DOJ Inquiry Centers on Corey Lewandowski
The Justice Department is examining allegations that Corey Lewandowski profited from his position at the Department of Homeland Security, according to reporting from The Wall Street Journal. The inquiry reportedly grew from a referral by the DHS inspector general, who shared findings about Lewandowski’s tenure with the Justice Department in recent days. The New York Times and CNN also reported that Lewandowski is under investigation. The key point is that the coverage describes allegations and an inquiry, not a finding of guilt. In Washington, that distinction can get buried quickly, usually somewhere between the first headline and the next television panel.
Lewandowski’s Attorney Denies Wrongdoing
Lewandowski’s attorney, Adam Trigg, told CNN that the Justice Department has not contacted his client. Trigg also said Lewandowski denies any wrongdoing during the time he was serving the country in a voluntary capacity. That response directly challenges the reported pay-to-play allegations. At this point, the public claims come from media reports and an inspector general referral, while Lewandowski’s legal representative says his client has not been approached by federal investigators. The reported inquiry has not yet produced a public finding of wrongdoing.
Trump Says Honesty Is the Standard
President Trump was asked about the reported inquiry as he left the White House. He said, “All I know is I want my people to be honest. If they’re not gonna be honest, they have to be prosecuted…if people are not honest, they’re stealing from me, as president.” Trump added, “I want the people that work for this administration to be 100% honest.” Those comments set a clear standard for his administration, but they do not establish a conclusion about Lewandowski. The president’s message was that anyone serving in government must deal honestly with the public and the administration.
Earlier DHS Contract Questions Return
The reported inquiry also brings renewed attention to earlier events at DHS. Trump fired Kristi Noem as DHS secretary earlier this year and announced that then-Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma would become the next secretary. The coverage says Noem reportedly approved a limited-bid advertising contract and later claimed Trump had approved it. One of the three approved firms was reportedly linked to Lewandowski. The source describes the contract as a $200 million advertising deal in one passage, while a CBS report refers to a $220 million ad campaign. The coverage also repeats long-standing rumors of a romantic relationship between Noem and Lewandowski, while CBS reported that both were aware Trump was unhappy with part of Noem’s testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
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