A counterterrorism official at the Department of Homeland Security has been suspended while the agency looks into claims made by a former boyfriend, who alleges she extracted tens of thousands of dollars from him and raised concerns about national security.
Julia Varvaro, 29, was placed on administrative leave on Wednesday after her ex filed a complaint stating she took about $40,000 from him during their brief relationship.
The DHS confirmed her suspension, noting, “Julia Varvaro is on administrative leave as a result of the investigation and she is no longer serving in her capacity as a Deputy Assistant Secretary at DHS.”
The ex-boyfriend, identified only as Robert B., alleged that their relationship involved significant financial support, claiming to have spent $30,000 to $40,000 on luxuries.
In his complaint, he stated, “I did not want a sugar daddy/prostitution relationship, after spending $30,000-$40,000 for vacations, Cartier jewelry, expensive handbags, and various shopping trips.”
He further claimed, “$40,000 worth of jewelry on her wrists and ears are all trophies from her sugar daddies,” suggesting her financial habits could represent a security concern.
Robert B. indicated they met on Hinge in December and made several trips internationally, including destinations like Italy, Switzerland, and Aruba, which he financed.
He also accused Varvaro of advocating for lavish dining experiences and high-end shopping.
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Robert B. noted, “Everywhere we went, she’d always order the most expensive things on the menu.” He recalled spending $1,400 on their first date and said she criticized their accommodations in Aruba.
He alleged Varvaro insisted on upgrades and even pushed for financial assistance during the DHS shutdown, asking for a credit card, which he refused.
“I’m not used to having to ask like this for a simple card or help with my rent especially being furloughed,” she reportedly texted. “Any past relationship would’ve jumped up and cared for me, which is what I like.”
Robert B. countered her requests, leading to tensions between them.
Varvaro has refuted the claims, suggesting they stem from a vengeful ex. “This is just a mad ex-boyfriend putting crap together. And it’s just really weird,” she stated.
She expressed disbelief that their brief relationship had deteriorated so publicly, saying, “If we made a story about every failed short relationship in DC, this town would implode.”
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