Crime & Justice
Justice Department opens criminal investigation into Corey Lewandowski
October 23, 2026 at 03:26 AM
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The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into former Trump adviser and top DHS aide Corey Lewandowski over alleged contract misconduct.
- US officials said the probe, launched from a criminal referral by the DHS inspector general, examines allegations Lewandowski profited off his government role.
- Lewandowski served as de facto chief of staff to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, whom Trump fired in March.
- Attorney Adam Trigg said Lewandowski denies any wrongdoing and has not been contacted by the Justice Department.
- Trump told reporters he did not know the investigation's specifics and said he wants his people to be honest.