Texas Trump Burger Boss Under Fire in DHS Investigation

In an ironic twist, the man who brought presidential themed burgers to Texas with his Trump Burger restaurant chain, is now facing an immigration probe. Roland Beainy, co-founder of Trump Burger, has been hit with federal immigration fraud allegations. The Department of Homeland Security says it’s a case of a sham marriage, false paperwork, and a serious overstay.

What is Trump Burger?

Trump Burger is a Texas-based restaurant chain themed around President Trump. The first location opened in Bellville in 2020, offering burgers with buns stamped with "Trump" and a menu featuring items like chicken sandwiches and Philly cheesesteaks.

Now, instead of the drive-thru, Beainy’s dealing with DHS. Officials allege the Lebanese-born restaurateur applied for legal residency through a marriage that was more paperwork than passion. They say there’s no proof he lived with his supposed wife and claim her own family backed that up. In a statement, DHS accused Beainy of “a history of illegal marriages” and “an assault charge,” calling the case “a flagrant abuse of our immigration laws.”

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ICE says Beainy came to the U.S. in 2019 on a temporary visa and never left when it expired in February 2024. He was arrested May 16 and released on bond while awaiting his immigration hearing.

Beainy’s Side of the Story

For his part, speaking to Chron, Beainy didn’t mince words saying:

Ninety percent of the s--t they’re saying is not true.

But under the advice of his attorney, declined to elaborate on his case- which is probably the wisest move.

A Burger Chain With Extra Legal Sides

This isn’t Trump Burger’s first serving of drama. In June, the chain’s Kemah location became the centerpiece of a messy landlord dispute. Beainy claimed the property owner kicked out staff and hijacked the restaurant. The landlord fired back, accusing Beainy of unpaid debts. That location has since been renamed MAGA Burger- because apparently, even the lawsuits are on-brand.

Beainy’s court date is set for November 18. Until then, the man who made a business out of political branding will have to see if his own brand can withstand the federal heat.