Corey Lewandowski, Donald Trump’s longtime confidant, is caught in a White House probe for allegedly dodging work-hour limits at the Department of Homeland Security, as the Daily Mail reports. As a special government employee, he’s supposed to cap his unpaid service at 130 days annually, but whispers suggest he’s bending the rules to wield outsized influence. This isn’t just bureaucratic nitpicking -- it’s a question of integrity in Trump’s inner circle.
Lewandowski, once Trump’s 2016 campaign manager, is accused of underreporting his hours to skirt the 130-day limit for special government employees at DHS. Reports claim he’s acting as de facto chief of staff to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem while dodging accountability. The allegations paint a picture of a political operative more interested in power than protocol.
According to Axios, Lewandowski avoids swiping his own badge at government buildings, allegedly using others’ credentials to stay off the clock. He also shuns official email and phone lines, leaving no digital trail for his activities. This sneaky behavior raises eyebrows about what exactly he’s hiding.
“Corey’s doing everything -- failing to swipe in, working from home, whatever -- to undercount his days,” an anonymous White House official told Axios. That’s a bold accusation, implying Lewandowski treats rules like suggestions. If true, it’s a slap in the face to taxpayers expecting transparency.
A DHS spokesperson confirmed to the Daily Mail that Lewandowski’s time is tracked by a career employee, with only 69 days logged so far. But four White House officials claim he’s likely blown past his allowed days. The math doesn’t add up, and neither does the trust.
Lewandowski’s role as a special government employee means he’s exempt from financial disclosures and can keep his private business dealings. That’s a privilege, not a license to game the system. Yet, reports suggest he’s exploiting this loophole to run Noem’s show without oversight.
On July 3, the White House Counsel’s Office issued a memo reminding special government employees of their 130-day limit. “Not directed to any special individuals,” a White House official told the Daily Mail, but the timing screams otherwise. Clearly, someone’s watching Lewandowski’s clock closely now.
“It’s fair to say his work is being watched now,” another White House official told Axios. Good -- scrutiny is overdue for an operative who seems to think he’s above the rules. The memo’s release sparked discussions between DHS and White House counsel about Lewandowski’s employment, hinting at deeper concerns.
Lewandowski’s cozy relationship with Noem has stirred controversies, including denied rumors of a romantic link. Both are married to others, yet the gossip persists, clouding their professional ties. It’s a distraction that undermines the serious work of DHS.
Trump reportedly blocked Noem from formally hiring Lewandowski as her chief of staff, per multiple reports. Yet, Lewandowski allegedly introduced himself as such on at least one occasion, ignoring protocol. That kind of arrogance doesn’t exactly scream “team player.”
“Everybody’s scared sh*tless of Lewandowski,” a former DHS official told Axios. That fear factor explains why some DHS officials hesitate to challenge him. But cowering before a rule-bender only emboldens the progressive agenda’s accusations of corruption.
“If they go up against Corey, they’re going to lose,” the same official added. That’s a chilling admission of Lewandowski’s unchecked influence. It’s time for DHS to grow a spine and hold him accountable, not tiptoe around his clout.
Lewandowski’s history with Trump’s campaigns adds context to his current role. After managing Trump’s 2016 win, he was sidelined from leadership in the 2024 campaign, reassigned to surrogate work in New Hampshire, per The Guardian. Clearly, even Trump’s team sees his limits.
Despite reaching out for comment, the Daily Mail received no response from Lewandowski. His silence speaks volumes, leaving the public to wonder what he’s hiding. Transparency, not evasion, should be the standard for Trump’s allies.
This scandal risks tarnishing Trump’s promise to drain the swamp. Lewandowski’s alleged antics -- dodging timecards, ignoring protocol, and intimidating officials -- play into the left’s narrative of chaos. If conservatives want to reclaim trust, they must demand better from their own.
