Corey Lewandowski Departs DHS Following Kristi Noem’s Termination, Agency Confirms

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed on March 28 that Corey Lewandowski no longer has a role at the agency. DHS offered no additional details on his departure.

Agency statement and background

The agency confirmed the change after reports surfaced online. An initial media report first noted his exit.

Lewandowski had been an unpaid adviser to Kristi Noem. He also served as Donald Trump’s campaign manager in 2016.

Timing and related personnel moves

His exit came after Kristi Noem’s termination from DHS earlier this month. Noem was reassigned as a special envoy for the “Shield of the Americas” initiative.

Former U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin was confirmed by the Senate as DHS head on March 24. In her new role, Noem reports to Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.

Public scrutiny and the Guyana trip

The relationship between Lewandowski and Noem drew public attention. Lawmakers raised questions about their closeness at a recent congressional hearing.

Photos released on March 25 by the U.S. embassy in Guyana showed Lewandowski with Noem during meetings with President Irfaan Ali. A State Department official declined to explain his presence on the trip.

Responses and next steps

Lewandowski did not respond to requests for comment. A State Department official said he would not be joining that department in any capacity.

Corey Lewandowski departs DHS following Kristi Noem’s termination, and the agency confirms his removal from any DHS role. DHS offered no timeline for further updates.

Reporting by Nate Raymond; edited by Sergio Non and Rod Nickel for Filmogaz.com.