DOJ investigating Corey Lewandowski over DHS role, sources say

What happened: The Justice Department is investigating allegations that Corey Lewandowski used his DHS position for financial gain, after a referral from the DHS Office of Inspector General. He has not been charged and denies wrongdoing. Key numbers: Noem required her personal written approval for contracts, grants and funding obligations above $100,000. Why it matters: The allegations of personal financial profit are tied to contracts established under Noem's tenure, and some officials said her approval policy created backlogs for funding, including disaster relief.

The Justice Department is investigating allegations that Corey Lewandowski used his DHS position for financial gain, after a referral from the DHS Office of Inspector General. He has not been charged and denies wrongdoing.

The allegations of personal financial profit are tied to contracts established under Noem's tenure, and some officials said her approval policy created backlogs for funding, including disaster relief.