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Lewandowski pushes back on ‘politically driven’ Wall Street Journal report

Lewandowski pushes back on ‘politically driven’ Wall Street Journal report

Summary

Corey Lewandowski, an adviser to President Donald Trump, denied claims made by the Wall Street Journal that he managed billions of dollars in contracts for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). He said the news report was politically motivated. Lewandowski was officially allowed by DHS to do private business while working as a special government employee.

Key Facts

  • Corey Lewandowski worked as an adviser to President Donald Trump.
  • The Wall Street Journal reported that Lewandowski controlled billions of dollars in DHS contracts.
  • Lewandowski rejected these claims and called the reporting politically driven.
  • DHS labeled Lewandowski a "special government employee," which means he was permitted to do private business while serving the department.
  • The controversy relates to Lewandowski’s role and activities involving DHS contracts.
  • The Wall Street Journal article sparked a response from Lewandowski defending his actions.
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