Who is Tom Homan?

Tom Homan, a former U.S. police officer and immigration official, served as the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from January 2017 to June 2018. Known for his outspoken support of stringent immigration policies, including the contentious family separation policy, Homan has also been a Fox News contributor. Recently, he was named the “border czar” for Donald Trump’s second presidential administration.

Tom Homan age and birthday

Homan was born on November 28, 1961, under the zodiac sign of Sagittarius. He is originally from West Carthage, New York.

Tom Homan height and weight

Homan is 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters) tall and weighs around 176 pounds (80 kg).

Tom Homan’s educational background

Homan holds an associate degree in criminal justice from Jefferson Community College and a bachelor’s degree in technology management from SUNY Polytechnic Institute (formerly SUNY College of Technology at Utica-Rome).

Tom Homan’s spouse and children

Homan is married to Rochelle Homan, and the couple has three children.

Tom Homan’s nationality, parents and siblings

Born in West Carthage, New York, Tom Homan is a former police officer and immigration official. He is the son of Frederick L. and Doris Homan and has six siblings: Robin Draper, Kimberly Noble, Cheri Davis, Michele Burr, Darlene Welbourn, and Kevin Homan.

Tom Homan career and political controversies

Tom Homan has had a long and contentious career in immigration enforcement. He began his federal service in 1984 as a U.S. Border Patrol agent before joining the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Following the establishment of ICE in 2003, Homan held several leadership positions, eventually serving as acting director of the agency in 2017 under President Donald Trump.

Homan is recognized for his stringent immigration policies, including his central role in implementing the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” policy. This policy, which resulted in the separation of thousands of migrant children from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border, faced widespread criticism from human rights groups and the public. Homan has consistently advocated for tougher immigration enforcement and increased deportations.

In November 2024, President Trump appointed Homan as the “border czar” for his second administration, tasked with overseeing border security and enforcement. This decision has reignited debates over Homan’s controversial policies and their effects on immigrant communities.

Tom Homan’s net worth

He stands at a net worth of $10 million.