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108 quotes from Corey Lewandowski
“Mr. Trump fights back.”
— Corey Lewandowski
March 1, 2016   •   Lewandowski explaining Trump's approach to political attacks during the 2016 Republican presidential campaign.
Washington Post
“When I came on board the Trump campaign... I said what I would do is keep confidential information confidential.”
— Corey Lewandowski
June 1, 2016   •   Lewandowski discussing the confidentiality agreement he signed while working for Trump.
CNN
“For the raw emotion that he brings to bear.”
— Corey Lewandowski
April 3, 2024   •   Lewandowski describing what he believes attracts supporters to Trump.
NewsNation — On Balance
“He's not the chief of the president.”
— Corey Lewandowski
August 1, 2017   •   Lewandowski arguing that John Kelly should manage White House staff rather than attempt to manage Trump's personality.
The Laura Ingraham Show
“It's about his record.”
— Corey Lewandowski
April 3, 2024   •   Lewandowski arguing that Trump's presidential record should be the focus of the 2024 campaign.
NewsNation — On Balance
“They have been inaccurate on many occasions.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski criticizing news organizations during House Judiciary Committee testimony.
House Judiciary Committee
“I know that's a terrible expectation to set but our country needs to win, again.”
— Corey Lewandowski
February 1, 2016   •   Lewandowski explaining why Trump's campaign was not satisfied with finishing second in the Iowa caucuses.
Breitbart News Daily
“I think that's what Mr. Trump deserves.”
— Corey Lewandowski
June 20, 2016   •   Lewandowski explaining why he demanded high performance from Trump campaign employees.
CNN
“Immigration had to change.”
— Corey Lewandowski
December 5, 2017   •   Lewandowski describing immigration as one of the issues central to Trump's 2016 campaign.
Breitbart News Daily
“That's not what the American people voted for.”
— Corey Lewandowski
August 1, 2017   •   Lewandowski arguing that voters did not want White House staff to moderate Trump's personality.
The Laura Ingraham Show
“They're just as dishonest as anybody else.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski explaining why he believed he had no obligation to give truthful answers during media interviews.
House Judiciary Committee
“What I think General Kelly is going to bring is discipline to the staff.”
— Corey Lewandowski
August 1, 2017   •   Lewandowski discussing John Kelly's appointment as White House chief of staff.
The Laura Ingraham Show
“If Donald Trump wins, that's good for Corey Lewandowski and it's good for the country.”
— Corey Lewandowski
June 20, 2016   •   Lewandowski defending his continued support for Trump immediately after being fired.
CNN
“I answered their questions.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski describing his cooperation with Mueller's investigation.
House Judiciary Committee
“I never deleted any evidence.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski discussing his cooperation with investigators.
House Judiciary Committee
“He's the chief of staff.”
— Corey Lewandowski
August 1, 2017   •   Lewandowski discussing John Kelly's role in the Trump White House.
The Laura Ingraham Show
“I mean that from the bottom of my heart.”
— Corey Lewandowski
June 20, 2016   •   Lewandowski expressing continued loyalty to Trump after being dismissed as campaign manager.
CNN
“These people are so invigorated.”
— Corey Lewandowski
January 21, 2016   •   Lewandowski discussing Trump's supporters before the Iowa caucuses.
CNN — The Lead
“I have answered every question truthfully.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski defending his sworn testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.
House Judiciary Committee
“I think this is a sad day.”
— Corey Lewandowski
September 17, 2019   •   Lewandowski criticizing the House Judiciary Committee's investigation of Trump.
House Judiciary Committee