The United States Secret Service is reportedly investigating the discovery of cocaine in the White House. Reports of the investigation first surfaced on Tuesday, August 11th, when a spokesperson for the Secret Service confirmed that the agency was looking into the matter.
The source of the cocaine is currently unknown, though speculation has been rampant on social media. Some have suggested that the drug was brought in by a visitor, while others have speculated that the cocaine could have been planted by a disgruntled employee. As of now, there is no evidence to support either of these theories.
The White House has yet to comment on the investigation, though they have confirmed that the Secret Service is working to determine the source of the cocaine. A spokesperson for the White House noted that the safety and security of the President and all White House staff is of utmost importance.
The Secret Service is responsible for protecting the President and other high-ranking government officials, and they have a long history of investigating drug-related incidents. In the past, the agency has conducted investigations into drug use by White House staff, visitors, and even members of the President’s family.
The Secret Service is currently working with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to determine the source of the cocaine. The DEA has a long history of investigating drug-related crimes, and they have resources and expertise that the Secret Service may not possess.
It is unclear how long the investigation will take, though the Secret Service and the DEA are likely to take as much time as necessary to ensure that the source of the cocaine is identified. In the meantime, the White House has assured the public that they are taking all necessary steps to protect the President and all White House staff.