Department of Justice opens criminal investigation into Corey Lewandowski
Summary
Corey Lewandowski, a former political adviser to President Donald Trump and a top aide at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is under criminal investigation. Authorities are looking into whether he improperly profited from his government role, based on a referral from the DHS internal watchdog.Key Facts
- The investigation into Lewandowski started after a criminal referral from DHS’s inspector general.
- Lewandowski is suspected of mishandling certain government contracts while at DHS.
- Lewandowski’s lawyer denies all allegations of wrongdoing.
- The Department of Justice (DoJ) has not yet issued subpoenas or legal demands in this case.
- Lewandowski served as a top aide to former DHS secretary Kristi Noem, who was fired in March after controversies.
- Some DHS contracts and grants were signed or put on hold under Lewandowski’s direction despite questions about his legal authority.
- President Trump said he wants honest people working for him and that his DoJ will act if they are not.
- Lewandowski was campaign manager for Trump’s 2016 run and also advised Trump’s 2024 campaign.
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