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- The Department of Homeland Security rehired Dr. Alexander Eastman with a $324,000 salary, making him an employee earning over $300,000.
- Eastman returned to DHS’s Office of Health Security after removal as acting chief medical officer while investigations remain open.
- He admitted drinking beer while carrying his work firearm and trying to obtain narcotics.
- DHS insiders said the rehiring gave him a paid vacation and allowed full duties despite allegations.
