Summary
Corey Lewandowski, a special government employee for the Department of Homeland Security, is under scrutiny for allegedly misreporting his work hours to extend his temporary role. Lewandowski, a longtime adviser to Donald Trump, is accused of exceeding the limits of his unpaid position, which is supposed to last no more than 130 days per year. White House officials have started monitoring his activity closely.
Key Facts
- Corey Lewandowski holds a temporary role at the Department of Homeland Security as a "special government employee."
- "Special government employees" like Lewandowski can work up to 130 unpaid days per year.
- White House officials believe Lewandowski has misreported his workdays to prolong his position.
- Lewandowski often works closely with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
- A White House memo reminded all special government employees of the 130-day limit.
- Lewandowski reportedly avoids clocking in and creates minimal digital records to undercount his hours.
- Lewandowski has been involved with several controversial matters related to Trump in the past.
