The Bulwark Podcast Bill Kristol: Where Is the $50,000?
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Sep 22, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, Bill Kristol, a veteran political analyst and commentator, dives into the troubling revelations surrounding Tom Homan's alleged $50,000 bribe during an FBI sting. He discusses the implications of ICE's tarnished image and how it reflects broader issues within the Justice Department. Kristol also critiques the administration's press tactics and offers sharp advice for Democrats regarding funding negotiations. Tune in for insights on political integrity and the current state of U.S. governance.
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Homan Bribe And Shutdown
- Tom Homan was recorded taking $50,000 in cash in an FBI sting and the Trump DOJ shut the case down without disputing the facts.
- Bill Kristol and Tim Miller urge investigation into where the money went and whether taxes or declarations were made.
Demand Answers On The Cash
- Ask direct, public questions: where is the $50,000, did Homan pay taxes, and did he declare the cash?
- Pressure media and Democrats to demand answers and pursue oversight into the payout and cover-up.
Simple Corruption Hits Hard
- The episode frames the Homan case as simple, tangible corruption that resonates politically because it's easy to understand.
- Tim Miller argues that visible, everyday corruption can have lasting political salience beyond complex financial schemes.