Colbert Mocks Alleged Affair Between Top Trump Officials

Late-night host offers NSFW advice to Corey Lewandowski about his rumored relationship with Kristi Noem.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Stephen Colbert joked about the alleged affair between former Trump officials Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski on his late-night show. The two have long been rumored to be having an affair, with reports of them traveling together on government planes and Lewandowski allegedly trying to buy Noem new clothes. Colbert offered Lewandowski some explicit advice, referencing Noem's past admission of shooting her own dog.

Why it matters

The alleged affair between two high-profile Trump administration officials has sparked scandal and gossip in Washington, raising questions about ethics and potential misuse of government resources.

The details

Reports have surfaced of Noem, the former Secretary of Homeland Security, and Lewandowski, a former Trump campaign manager, traveling together on government planes and Lewandowski allegedly trying to buy Noem new clothes that emphasized her "big t--s." Both are married with children, adding to the scandalous nature of the rumors.

  • In February 2025, Lewandowski was spotted by the press hanging out at Noem's DHS home.
  • Last week, the Wall Street Journal reported that Noem and Lewandowski have been traveling together in a 737 MAX airliner with a private cabin in the back.
  • On Monday, President Trump was asked about the rumors aboard Air Force One.

The players

Stephen Colbert

The host of the late-night comedy show who mocked the alleged affair between Noem and Lewandowski.

Kristi Noem

The former Secretary of Homeland Security who has been rumored to be having an affair with Corey Lewandowski.

Corey Lewandowski

The former Trump campaign manager who has been rumored to be having an affair with Kristi Noem.

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What they’re saying

“Corey, a word of warning: avoid doggie style. Especially near the gravel pit.”

— Stephen Colbert, Late-night host (The Daily Beast)

“That plane's manufacturer? Boeing!”

— Stephen Colbert, Late-night host (The Daily Beast)

What’s next

The alleged affair between Noem and Lewandowski continues to be a subject of intense speculation and gossip in Washington, with no clear resolution in sight.

The takeaway

The rumors of an affair between two high-profile Trump officials have sparked a media frenzy, highlighting the ethical concerns and potential misuse of government resources that can arise from such relationships between powerful individuals.