Probe Zeroes In on Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski Over No-Bid DHS Deals

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Probe Zeroes In on Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski Over No-Bid DHS Deals

News (1 / 1) 26.03.2026 12:16 / Silia


Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski are at the center of a widening criminal inquiry into no-bid Department of Homeland Security contracts and alleged pay-to-play demands. Tension, job losses and congressional questions have followed — Read on to discover the full story!

Scope of the investigation

Reports say the Homeland Security Inspector General has opened a broad probe, issuing notices to dozens of people involved in approving multibillion-dollar contracts. Sources inside DHS told reporters the inquiry reaches into Noem’s inner circle and was seen by some officials as overdue.

Accusations against Lewandowski

Corey Lewandowski is accused of seeking personal payments from a private prison contractor to help secure a major government deal. House Oversight Democrats have asked GEO Group to disclose meetings and communications tied to the period around the presidential transition. Lewandowski has denied the claims.