The Justice Department is reviewing allegations that Corey Lewandowski, a former top adviser to then-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, used his power for personal financial gain.
The Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General referred its investigation of Lewandowski to the Justice Department after examining his role in the DHS’ $220 million advertising campaign. The probe later widened to allegations that Lewandowski shook down a company pursuing government contracts while he served as Noem’s top adviser.
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Lewandowski has not been charged with a crime related to this investigation and denies wrongdoing.
The allegations involve personal financial profit tied to contracts established during Noem’s tenure as DHS secretary, a source told CBS News. The OIG shared its
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