Lewandowski Departs DHS After Noem's Firing

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Corey Lewandowski, who was an unpaid adviser to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, no longer works at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, according to a spokesperson for the agency. Lewandowski's departure comes after Noem was fired from her role earlier this month by former President Donald Trump.

Why it matters

Lewandowski's close relationship with Noem had drawn scrutiny, including questions about whether they had a sexual relationship, which Noem dismissed as "tabloid garbage." His departure raises questions about the nature of his role and influence within the department under Noem's leadership.

The details

A DHS spokesperson confirmed that Lewandowski "no longer has a role at DHS," without providing further details. Lewandowski previously served as Trump's campaign manager in the 2016 election. Noem has since been replaced as the head of DHS by former U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, whom the Senate confirmed on Tuesday.

• Lewandowski was an unpaid adviser to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
• Trump fired Noem earlier this month.
• Noem has since been replaced as the head of DHS by former U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, whom the Senate confirmed on Tuesday.