Lewandowski Departs DHS After Noem's Firing

Former Trump aide no longer has a role at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:23pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty government office desk or podium, with warm sunlight streaming in through a window and casting deep shadows across the surface, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation and the weight of political power.The abrupt departure of a controversial political aide raises questions about the inner workings of the Department of Homeland Security.Boston Today

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.

The players

Corey Lewandowski

Former aide to ex-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem who no longer has a role at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Kristi Noem

Former Homeland Security Secretary who was fired by former President Donald Trump and has since been replaced by former U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin.

Markwayne Mullin

Former U.S. Senator who was confirmed as the new head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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The takeaway

Lewandowski's departure from DHS raises questions about the nature of his influence and relationship with former Secretary Noem, whose own dismissal has led to a leadership change at the agency.