Ex-CBP operations chief Greg Bovino has alleged that members of the Trump administration are seeking his death. Speaking on a podcast with Tucker Carlson, Bovino claimed his security was stripped to facilitate his silence following a controversial period in Minneapolis.

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The Minneapolis operation that preceded Bovino's ouster

The controversy stems from the conclusion of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis,a mission that ended in April following the deaths of two U.S. citizens, Alex Pretti and Renée Good.. Both victims were 37 years old at the time of their deaths. According to the report, Bovino’s leadership during this operation was described as "botched," which ultimately led to his forced retirement from the agency in March.

The fallout from this operation has created a deep rift within the agency, which Bovino describes as a schism. He suggests that the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Pretti and Good have made him a target for those within the current administration who wish to move past the incident. This follows a period of leadership transition where Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin replaced Kristi Noem.

Allegations against Commissioner Rodney Scott and Tom Homan

During his interview with Tucker Carlson, Greg Bovino specifically accused Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Rodney Scott of orchestrating the removal of his security detail . Bovino, 56, claimed that this decision was made to leave him vulnerable to the "death threats" he says he has been receiving. He suggested that the move was intended to "silence" him regarding the events in Minneapolis.

Bovino also implicated Border Czar Tom Homan in his claims, suggesting that Homan is among the high-ranking officials who want him gone. While Bovino clarified that he does not believe President Trump himself would want him harmed, he expressed fear that the administration's actions toward those who disagree with them are exreme. He noted that Homan took over Operation Metro Surge after Bovino was forced into retirement.

The White House's 'absurd' rebuttal to the claims

The White House has responded to these sensational accusations by labeling them "absurd." In a statement provided to the Daily Mail, a White House spokesperson defended Tom Homan, describing him as an "American patriot" and a "career law enforcement officer" with extensive experience in protecting communities and managing deportations.

Furthermore, a White House official stted that Homan does not have any role in determining the security arrangements for current or former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials. This rebuttal directly contradicts Bovino's assertion that the removal of his protection was a coordinated effort involving Homan and Scott.

The missing evidence behind the security detail withdrawal

Despite the gravity of Bovino's claims, several critical details remain unverified by the reporting. it is not yet clear whether the decision to pull Bovino's security detail was a standard administrative procedure following his retirement or a targeted act of retaliation. Additionally, the source does not provide evidence of a direct link between the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renée Good and the alleged conspiracy to silence Bovino.

The investigation into whether the "death threats" mentioned by Bovino were part of a broader pattern of intimidation remains an open question. The following figures are central to the ongoing dispute :

  • Greg Bovino: Former CBP operations chief and whistleblower.
  • Rodney Scott: CBP Commissioner accused of removing security.
  • Tom Homan: Border Czar accused of wanting Bovino gone.
  • Markwayne Mullin: Homeland Security Secretary.