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US justice department investigating Corey Lewandowski over DHS role

US justice department investigating Corey Lewandowski over DHS role

Summary

The US Department of Justice is investigating Corey Lewandowski for possibly benefiting financially from his job at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Lewandowski worked closely with former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and approved contracts without the proper authority before both were removed from their positions.

Key Facts

  • Corey Lewandowski was a special government employee at DHS under Kristi Noem.
  • Lewandowski and Noem were both removed from DHS in March after controversies.
  • The Justice Department investigation looks into whether Lewandowski profited from DHS contracts.
  • Lewandowski approved some DHS contracts without legal authority.
  • DHS granted the investigation after a referral from its inspector general's office.
  • Lewandowski denies any wrongdoing through his attorney.
  • President Donald Trump said he wants honesty from his people and that dishonesty should be prosecuted.
  • Lewandowski was President Trump’s 2016 campaign manager and is advising his 2024 campaign.
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