Trump Reacts to Reported Lewandowski Probe: ‘I Want My People to Be Honest’
Also reported by The Hill
Summary
President Donald Trump said that people working for him who are dishonest should be punished by law. This comment came after reports that the Justice Department is investigating Corey Lewandowski for possible misconduct at the Department of Homeland Security.Key Facts
- President Trump wants honesty from people who work for him and said dishonest people should be prosecuted.
- The Justice Department is reportedly investigating Corey Lewandowski, a close ally of Trump, over contract misconduct at DHS.
- The probe started after a criminal referral from the DHS inspector general about contracting practices.
- Lewandowski served as a top adviser to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during Trump's second term.
- Lewandowski's attorney denies any wrongdoing and says Lewandowski has not been contacted by the Justice Department.
- Lewandowski had influence over department contracts, personnel, and operations despite being a voluntary adviser.
- It is unclear what specific actions are under investigation or which U.S. attorney’s office is leading the investigation.
- President Trump did not defend Lewandowski but said people working for him must be honest and face prosecution if they are not.
