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By the People, for the People
Homeland Security Chief Noem Rejects Question About Relationship With Adviser Lewandowski
Noem calls question about alleged affair “tabloid garbage” during House hearing.
Mar. 5, 2026 at 5:50pm
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem rebuffed a question from Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove about Noem’s relationship with top adviser Corey Lewandowski during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on March 4. Noem called the question “tabloid garbage” and said Lewandowski is a “special government employee” who does not have decision-making authority at DHS.
Why it matters
Noem’s relationship with Lewandowski, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, has been the subject of speculation before. The exchange highlights the political tensions around Noem’s leadership at DHS and the scrutiny she faces over her judgment and decision-making.
The details
During the hearing, Rep. Kamlager-Dove asked Noem directly if she “had sexual relations with Corey Lewandowski.” Noem refused to answer the question, calling it “tabloid garbage.” Lewandowski is a special government employee who works for the White House, according to Noem. Another lawmaker, Rep. Jared Moskowitz, later pressed Noem to clearly state “no” on the record to address the question about a possible affair.
- The House Judiciary Committee hearing took place on March 4, 2026.
- Noem also testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee the day prior, on March 3, 2026.
The players
Kristi Noem
The current U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, who was questioned about her relationship with a top adviser during a congressional hearing.
Corey Lewandowski
A longtime ally of former President Donald Trump and an adviser to the Department of Homeland Security, whose relationship with Noem has been the subject of speculation.
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
A Democratic Representative from California who directly questioned Noem about her relationship with Lewandowski during the House Judiciary Committee hearing.
Jared Moskowitz
A Democratic Representative from Florida who also pressed Noem to clearly state “no” on the record regarding a possible affair with Lewandowski.
What they’re saying
“I am shocked we’re going down and peddling tabloid garbage in this committee.”
— Kristi Noem, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
“It is okay for you to be offended by the question. But it is also a real question, and you should be able to answer the question clearly and without any hesitation.”
— Sydney Kamlager-Dove, U.S. Representative
“I really think you need to say the word ‘no’ into the record so that you can clear that up.”
— Jared Moskowitz, U.S. Representative
The takeaway
This exchange highlights the ongoing political tensions and scrutiny surrounding Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s leadership and judgment, particularly in relation to her relationship with a top adviser. The incident underscores the challenges facing high-profile government officials when personal matters intersect with their public roles.
