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Corey Lewandowski Under Criminal Investigation for Alleged DHS Contract Profits
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Core Event – DOJ Probe of Former Trump Aide
The Department of Justice (DoJ) has opened a criminal investigation into Corey Lewandowski, a former senior adviser to former President Donald Trump and a former “special government employee” at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Officials with knowledge of the matter say the probe stems from a criminal referral submitted by the DHS inspector general, alleging that Lewandowski profited from his role in handling certain government contracts and grants. The investigation is ongoing; the DoJ has not yet issued subpoenas or other legal demands.
Background & Context – Lewandowski’s Career and DHS Role
Corey Lewandowski served as campaign manager for Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential bid and later advised Trump’s 2024 campaign. After Trump’s 2024 election victory, Lewandowski was appointed a “special government employee” to assist then-Secretary Kristi Noem in running DHS. During that tenure, he was involved in the administration of contracts, including some with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and was reported to have placed certain grants and contracts on hold at his direction. Critics have highlighted his lack of formal authority to sign some DHS contracts, describing his legal standing as “questionable.”
Official Statements & Responses – Trump, Lewandowski, DoJ, DHS
- “And if they’re not honest, I’ll have my DoJ go and do whatever they have to do,” — President Trump, rivals in president
- Lewandowski’s lawyer, Adam Trigg, declined to comment when contacted for a statement.
- DHS officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the inspector general’s office had been investigating Lewandowski’s involvement in the handling of certain contracts and that the referral to the DoJ was based on those findings.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps – Allegations vs Denials, Subpoena Status
Sources differ on the extent of documented evidence. Some officials allege that Lewandowski signed contracts without proper authority and directed the suspension of grants, while Lewandowski’s legal team maintains that he “denies all allegations of wrongdoing.” The DoJ has not released any subpoenas, interview requests, or charging documents, leaving the precise scope of the investigation unclear. Additionally, the Wall Street Journal reported that federal investigators found evidence suggesting possible improper award of contracts, but the article did not disclose the investigative details or outcomes.
Verbatim Quotes
- “And if they’re not honest, I’ll have my DoJ go and do whatever they have to do,” — President Trump, rivals in president — President Donald Trump, remarks to reporters.