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House GOP Investigates Noem Amid Fund Mismanagement Allegations

3/20/2026

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House Republicans launched an investigation into Kristi Noem, former Homeland Security Secretary, and her lieutenant Corey Lewandowski over alleged mismanagement and misuse of funds.
Rep. Delia Ramirez criticized the timing of the inquiry, noting that Republicans previously praised Noem.
Rep. Delia Ramirez called for Democrats to be included in the investigation process.
Concerns about Noem's contract approval policy hinder disaster relief funding.
Rep. Delia Ramirez dismissed the investigation as a "smokescreen."

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House Republicans launched an investigation into Kristi Noem, former Homeland Security Secretary, and her lieutenant Corey Lewandowski over alleged mismanagement and misuse of funds.
Rep. Delia Ramirez criticized the timing of the inquiry, noting that Republicans previously praised Noem.
Rep. Delia Ramirez called for Democrats to be included in the investigation process.
Concerns about Noem's contract approval policy hinder disaster relief funding.
Rep. Delia Ramirez dismissed the investigation as a "smokescreen."