Podcast Summary: The Charlie Kirk Show – "Introducing the New Border Czar: Tom Homan"

Host: Charlie Kirk
Guest: Tom Homan, Newly Appointed Border Czar
Date: [Insert Episode Date]

1. Introduction and Welcome

The episode opens with Charlie Kirk expressing enthusiasm about his guest, Tom Homan, the newly appointed Border Czar. Kirk praises Homan’s expertise and readiness to tackle the nation’s border security challenges.

Charlie Kirk [00:00]:
"We have Tom Homan in the new border czar. You're going to love this conversation. You're going to love it. This guy's a total beast and I ask him the tough and critical questions and you are going to enjoy it."

Homan acknowledges Kirk’s efforts and the role of Turning Point USA in shaping his appointment.

Tom Homan [00:30]:
"I want you to know we are lucky to have Charlie Kirk."

2. The Current State of U.S. Border Security

Kirk delves into the dire state of border management under the previous administration, highlighting the unprecedented levels of illegal crossings.

Charlie Kirk [00:47]:
"We will not embrace the ideas that have destroyed countries, destroyed lives, and we are going to fight for freedom on campuses across the country."

He emphasizes the necessity of robust border security to protect American sovereignty and safety.

3. Challenges from the Deep State and Bureaucratic Opposition

Kirk discusses the internal resistance within the federal government, often referred to as the "deep state," which he claims is undermining efforts to secure the border.

Charlie Kirk [01:00]:
"The government is already voicing to the media that they will undermine Donald Trump if he were to make decisions that they do not like."

He warns of ongoing battles against entrenched bureaucratic interests aiming to preserve the status quo.

Blake [06:31]:
"Elected leaders run the military. You see, we do not have a military junta that runs the United States of America. We have a civilian control of the military."

4. Tom Homan’s Strategic Plans for Enhancing Border Security

Tom Homan outlines his comprehensive strategy to overhaul border security, drawing from his extensive 34-year experience in national security and border enforcement.

Tom Homan [18:26]:
"We need to plug the hole. That's the first thing we're gonna do. We're going to secure the border, and we'll start day one at the same time we're going to start the deportation operations in the interior."

Key Initiatives:

• Securing the Border: Homan emphasizes the importance of completing the border wall with advanced technology to prevent illegal crossings effectively.

  Tom Homan [18:26]:
  "We got to finish building the wall according to the Border Patrol's operational plan walls. Every place we built a wall... illegal immigration went down."

• Deportation Operations: Launching large-scale deportation efforts targeting criminals and enhancing internal enforcement measures.

• Asylum Protocols: Implementing policies requiring asylum seekers to remain in Mexico while their claims are processed, significantly reducing the incentive for illegal entry.

  Tom Homan [18:26]:
  "Remain in Mexico is a game changer."

5. Legal Authority and Enforcement Against Sanctuary Cities

The discussion shifts to the legal powers of the federal government over local jurisdictions, particularly sanctuary cities that resist federal immigration enforcement.

Charlie Kirk [21:28]:
"What authority does the federal government have to remove trespassers that are domiciled here illegally? Is it absolute?"

Tom Homan [21:53]:
"No. Federal law always trumps any state or local law. We're going to do the job. We're going to enforce the laws enacted by Congress without apology."

Homan asserts that sanctuary cities have no legal protection against federal enforcement actions to remove illegal immigrants, especially those with criminal backgrounds.

6. Legislative Needs and Congressional Support

Kirk and Homan discuss the critical legislative actions needed to support border security initiatives, ensuring lasting and effective measures beyond executive orders.

Tom Homan [33:03]:
"There are three things that the Congress can do that would fix 85% of this border. They needed to change the TVPRA, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act."

Proposed Legislative Changes:

1. Amend the TVPRA: Adjusting the criteria to prevent abuse of asylum claims, thereby reducing the number of false or exaggerated asylum applications.

2. Revise Asylum Laws: Raising the burden of proof to align initial asylum interviews with judicial standards, minimizing loopholes exploited by cartels.

3. Florida Settlement Agreement: Extending the detention period for families to ensure timely judicial proceedings and effective deportations.

7. Addressing Illegal Immigration and Public Safety

Homan emphasizes the direct correlation between border security and national safety, linking illegal immigration to increased crime rates and threats.

Tom Homan [28:17]:
"Illegal immigration is not a victimless crime. We're going to enforce a law without apologies."

He outlines plans to prioritize the removal of individuals with criminal records and those posing significant security threats, ensuring that public safety remains paramount.

8. Communication Strategy and Public Engagement

Recognizing the importance of public support, Homan highlights the need for transparent communication and continuous engagement with the American populace to maintain trust and cooperation.

Tom Homan [26:39]:
"We need to be transparent. We need to have a weekly briefing and telling the American people exactly what we're doing."

Kirk echoes this sentiment, expressing interest in collaborating on an information strategy to effectively convey the administration’s efforts.

Charlie Kirk [35:41]:
"I would love to meet with you privately about a communication strategy. I don't know the border stuff like you do, but I know how to win the information war."

9. Conclusion and Forward-Looking Statements

The episode concludes with Kirk reiterating his support for Homan and the administration’s border policies, underscoring the significance of these measures in restoring constitutional governance and ensuring national security.

Charlie Kirk [36:00]:
"Thanks so much for listening, everybody. Email us. As always, freedomarlykirk.com thanks so much for listening and God bless."

Tom Homan [35:59]:
"Thank you."

Notable Quotes:

• Charlie Kirk [00:34]:
  "Charlie Kirk's running the White House, folks."

• Charlie Kirk [10:27]:
  "Everyone, the bad guys are trying to recreate 2017 all over again."

• Tom Homan [23:37]:
  "Federal law always trumps any state or local law."

• Tom Homan [28:17]:
  "Illegal immigration is not a victimless crime."

Key Takeaways:

• Comprehensive Border Security: Tom Homan presents a multi-faceted approach to securing the U.S. border, emphasizing immediate action on wall completion, deportation operations, and asylum reforms.

• Legal Supremacy: The federal government asserts its legal authority over local jurisdictions, ensuring that sanctuary city policies do not impede immigration enforcement.

• Legislative Action: Essential congressional reforms are necessary to bolster border security measures and prevent bureaucratic resistance from undermining policy implementations.

• Public Communication: Transparent and consistent communication strategies are vital to maintain public support and effectively counteract misinformation campaigns.

• National Security: Strengthening border security is portrayed as a critical component of safeguarding national safety, linking illegal immigration to increased crime and security threats.

This episode provides an in-depth look at the current administration's strategies and challenges in managing U.S. border security, highlighting the pivotal role of Tom Homan in leading these efforts.