A Turning Point USA event at the University of Texas at El Paso became the epicenter of a heated confrontation when White House border czar Tom Homan was accused of racism and indirectly inspiring a mass shooting. The exchange occurred on Thursday night as Homan addressed the audience on the topic of border security.
The event took a dramatic turn when a heckler from the crowd labelled Homan a racist and a traitor for his stance on strict immigration enforcement. This accusation sparked a mix of loud reactions from the students, dividing the room between supporters and dissenters. In response, Homan stood firm on his position, telling the critic, “Call me what you want, I don’t care,” amidst a backdrop of cheers and boos.
The tension escalated when the heckler approached the microphone during the Q&A session, further attacking Homan by linking his immigration policies to the 2019 El Paso Walmart shooting, where a gunman killed 23 people. The heckler suggested that the shooter's motive was aligned with Homan's views. The room fell silent as the gravity of the accusation settled in.
Unyielding, Homan repudiated any association with the shooter and criticized the Biden administration's border policies. He alleged that the current administration intentionally opened the borders for political gain, accusing them of welcoming illegal crossings to secure future votes under the guise of humanitarian aid. Homan highlighted his extensive experience under six presidents and praised President Donald Trump's border security measures as "unprecedented."
In his closing remarks, Homan contended that President Biden deliberately weakened border security, a claim that further polarized the audience. Despite the controversy, Homan concluded his speech unapologetically, emphasizing his commitment to his principles and leaving the university with a louder debate on border security.
