Consider This from NPR Will a new leader for ICE operations quiet tensions in Minnesota?
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Jan 28, 2026 
Caitlin Dickerson, an investigative reporter for The Atlantic known for deep coverage of immigration and family separation, discusses Tom Homan’s new role in Minneapolis. She outlines differences between Homan and his predecessor. She talks about Homan’s history with family separation policy, his consulting ties, an alleged FBI sting, and what to watch next in Minneapolis.
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Experience Changes The Enforcement Style
- Tom Homan's ICE background means he understands interior enforcement and dealing with American citizens differently than Border Patrol leaders.
- Caitlin Dickerson says this represents a shift from Greg Bovino's Border Patrol approach to a more experienced ICE operator.
Architect Of Family Separation
- Homan was the architect of the family separation policy and pushed it into the first Trump administration.
- Caitlin Dickerson says he promoted the policy despite false claims about safe reunification procedures.
Revolving Door And Consulting Deals
- Homan used his DHS network to form a consulting company and touted facilitating federal contracts.
- Caitlin Dickerson raises concerns that he acted as a middleman between officials and private prison contractors.