Kristi Noem’s in-laws, Hope husband Bryon, are finally leaving her amid rumors
Kristi Noem’s marriage is under scrutiny. RadarOnline.com can reveal.
Relatives of former South Dakota Gov. Bryon Noem’s husband say they hope he will finally leave her as rumors of her alleged affair with political operative Corey Lewandowski continue to swirl.
Relatives told me The New York Post that Bryon has long believed it is his religious duty to remain by Kristi’s side, even as speculation about her relationship with Corey has circulated in Washington for years.
One family member described the situation as humiliating for Bryon, but said his faith bound him to the marriage.
“He said he decided 20 years ago that it was his calling from God to support her in whatever she decided to do,” the family member said. “So he endured the humiliation. We’ll see if he stays with her now.’
The family member added that Bryon sees staying in the marriage as part of a higher calling.
“I think it’s him honoring the call of God,” the family member continued. “But it seems there is a limit to that.”
Another family member said Bryon’s commitment to both his faith and the couple’s three children played a major role in his decision to stay in the relationship despite the controversy.
“Bryon is a Christian man and he believes marriage is forever,” the family member explained. ‘He has a very close bond with his children. I’m sure this is very difficult for them.’
Rumors of a relationship between Kristi and Corey have been circulating in political circles for years, with insiders describing the alleged situation as the “worst kept secret in Washington, DC.”
Speculation increased this week when Kristi was questioned about Corey during a Congressional hearing.
Florida Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz pressed the former Homeland Security secretary about Corey’s role.
“You called Corey Lewandowski a special government official. I understand what government means, I understand what employee means, okay, but I don’t know what makes him special,” Jared said.
Kristi fired back on the line of questioning, dismissing the allegations and criticizing media coverage of the rumors.
“I think the ridiculousness of this and the tabloids that you quote and reference are insane,” she responded. “And this is something that I have refuted for years, and I continue to do so.”
She also accused political opponents of unfairly targeting conservative women.
“Socialist, liberal, left is you going out and attacking conservative women,” Kristi said. “You’re either saying we’re stupid or we’re s—s. That’s what you do. And I’ll tell you, sir, that I’m neither.’
Bryon was reportedly present at the hearing, but left the room shortly before his wife was questioned about the alleged relationship.
For some family members, that moment only caused frustration.
“What bothers me is that she couldn’t say no,” said a family member. “When questioned about it, she can’t say no.”
The controversy comes amid a broader shake-up at the Department of Homeland Security.
President Donald Trump announced Kristi’s resignation as Secretary of Homeland Security in a Truth Social post on Thursday, and Corey has reportedly left the agency as well.
Sources claim that Kristi and Corey’s alleged relationship was one of many issues that plagued the department during her tenure.
Corey previously served as Donald’s campaign manager during the 2016 election, but was fired after facing battery charges for arresting a reporter.
