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  • loaded language: 'alleged lover'
  • loaded language: 'shadow secretary'
  • loaded language: 'stunned'
  • loaded language: 'oversized influence'
  • loaded language: 'worst-kept secret'
  • loaded language: 'ouster'
  • framing: The headline foregrounds 'scrutiny' before presenting the underlying allegations.
  • framing: The opening labels Lewandowski as Noem's 'alleged lover,' emphasizing a personal-sexual allegation not necessary to explain the contract inquiry.

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Corey Lewandowski Under Investigation for DHS Contract Awards

Corey Lewandowski is under investigation for potential misconduct related to government contracts awarded during his time at the Department of Homeland Security. Allegations suggest he may have improperly influenced contract approvals, prompting a possible criminal referral to the Department of Justice. Lewandowski has denied any wrongdoing.

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Our neutral summary

Corey Lewandowski is under investigation for potential misconduct related to government contracts awarded during his time at the Department of Homeland Security. Allegations suggest he may have improperly influenced contract approvals, prompting a possible criminal referral to the Department of Justice. Lewandowski has denied any wrongdoing.

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Language Analysis

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Inflammatory language 18/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'alleged lover'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'shadow secretary'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'stunned'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'oversized influence'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'worst-kept secret'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'ouster'
  • ✕ framing: The headline foregrounds 'scrutiny' before presenting the underlying allegations.
  • ✕ framing: The opening labels Lewandowski as Noem's 'alleged lover,' emphasizing a personal-sexual allegation not necessary to explain the contract inquiry.
  • ✕ framing: The article repeats the 'shadow secretary' characterization and includes gossip about the alleged affair and its being Washington's 'worst-kept secret.'
  • ✕ editorializing: Lewandowski had a meltdown over that NBC report, going so far as to threaten litigation against the outlet.

Original vs. Neutral

Original Headline

Corey Lewandowski Faces Scrutiny Over DHS Contract Awards

Neutral Headline

Corey Lewandowski Under Investigation for DHS Contract Awards