Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, declared that Trump transformed America’s “most un-secure border” into a secure one within just seven weeks. Speaking on Hannity, Homan praised the administration’s swift action as a historic turnaround. He emphasized that securing the border remains the top priority to protect American lives and stop illegal immigration.
Homan leads an aggressive deportation strategy targeting criminals and failed asylum seekers first. Over 1.5 million criminals and 1.3 million denied asylum cases are priorities for removal. He stressed that anyone in the country illegally “committed a crime” and isn’t safe from deportation. Workplace raids are underway, but mass neighborhood sweeps won’t happen.
Interior enforcement has surged under Trump, with detention centers holding nearly 50,000 people—the highest in five years. Homan confirmed arrests are three times higher monthly than under Biden. He argued this enforcement saves “thousands of lives” by preventing dangerous border crossings. Still, he insists more must be done to eliminate public safety threats.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Pam Bondi support Homan’s approach, emphasizing cooperation between state and federal authorities. DeSantis urged targeting all illegal immigrants, regardless of criminal history. Bondi pledged legal action against states resisting enforcement. This alliance strengthens Trump’s border mission nationwide.
Homan denied plans for “concentration camps” or indiscriminate sweeps, calling such claims false. Instead, deportation focuses on court-ordered removals after due process. He warned that ignoring removal orders invites consequences. Taxpayer-funded court decisions will be enforced rigorously, requiring historic operations.
The administration credits Trump’s policies for reducing border crossings dramatically. Homan linked border security directly to saving American lives and stopping fentanyl trafficking. He vowed not to rest until every “public safety threat” among illegal aliens is removed. This promise reflects Trump’s core America First commitment.
Critics argue mass deportations would harm families and the economy, but Homan dismisses these concerns. He insists enforcing immigration law isn’t cruel—it’s necessary for national security. The administration sees no compromise between illegal presence and public safety.
Ultimately, Homan calls this effort a patriotic duty to restore the rule of law. He pledges unwavering action until every illegal immigrant posing any threat is gone. For Trump’s team, border security defines their mission to protect hardworking Americans.
