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flag Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces backlash over a toxic workplace, delayed responses, and alleged improper influence by associate Corey Lewandowski.

flag Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces criticism over a reportedly toxic workplace culture marked by heated outbursts, staff fear, and operational delays after she lowered the spending threshold for her approval from $25 million to $100,000. flag Employees describe a chaotic environment with significant delays in disaster response, contract approvals, and agency functions, exacerbated by the influential yet unofficial role of her associate Corey Lewandowski, who reportedly controls key decisions and staffing despite no formal title. flag Media coverage of these issues, including a four-day delay in Texas flood aid and lapses in critical equipment and personnel contracts, has intensified scrutiny. flag Allegations of a romantic relationship between Noem and Lewandowski—denied by both—have fueled speculation about behind-the-scenes power dynamics. flag Despite White House concerns over management style and oversight, Noem remains in her position, with critics citing a culture of fear and dysfunction within the department.

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