The Secret Service announced that their investigation into the cocaine discovery at the White House has concluded. Due to insufficient forensic evidence and a high volume of individuals in the vicinity during that time, they made the decision to close the case.
Reportedly, the investigation was hindered by the fact that possession of 0.007 ounces of cocaine is a misdemeanor in the District of Columbia. As a result, conducting interviews with the approximately 500 people present at the scene was deemed impractical and an inefficient allocation of public resources.
According to Secret Service spokesman Anthony Gugliemi, conducting numerous interviews might potentially infringe on individuals' civil rights. In the absence of physical evidence, a confession would likely be necessary to advance the investigation. Gugliemi confirmed the possibility of a consensual interview, but emphasized the need for additional proof before pursuing such a course of action.
Chuck Rosenberg, former US Attorney and acting DEA administrator under President Obama, supported the Secret Service's decision. He acknowledged that law enforcement agencies are faced with the challenge of allocating limited resources to investigations. Rosenberg stated that while the interviews could have been conducted, ultimately, it would be a laborious and fruitless endeavor. Given their constrained resources, law enforcement agencies must judiciously determine which activities warrant their time and attention.
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Republicans have raised concerns and posed questions following a confidential briefing on the investigation into the cocaine discovery at the White House. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expressed his concerns, stating, "We must ensure equal justice." We cannot afford to treat 'Biden, Inc.' with any less scrutiny than we would apply to any other American company.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump shared his doubts on his Truth Social platform, stating, "Despite the presence of numerous cameras at the 'scene of the crime' and the most advanced forensics available worldwide, they still can't unravel the mystery? Others seem to have the answer, but they remain perplexed!"
Nikki Haley, a Republican primary challenger, spoke out about the investigation, making unverified allegations of a cover-up. Haley confidently asserted, "I firmly believe there is a cover-up, involving either Hunter Biden or a close associate of the President, although neither has been identified.
The location of the locker is one that I know well. It is not a place where people come and go without notice. Only the president, the vice president, members of the cabinet, or the deputies of the directors are usually seen there. Haley emphasized that no one else would have access to the room.
Furthermore, she speculated that only high-ranking officials would be granted entry to the specific location where the drugs were concealed. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, stressed President Joe Biden's determination for the Secret Service to thoroughly investigate how the drugs were able to infiltrate the residence.
Biden was away from the White House with his family at Camp David during the incident. When the white powder was found, the building was evacuated briefly as a precaution. The fire department conducted immediate on-site testing to determine the substance's biohazard status. The initial screening detected no biological hazards but did detect the presence of cocaine. In the end, the bag and its contents were sent to the FBI's crime lab for a battery of sophisticated forensic tests, including fingerprint and DNA analysis. The FBI also performed chemical analyses.
Secret Service agents identified several hundred people who might have entered the room where the drugs were stashed, but they were unable to make a match because no latent fingerprints or DNA were present. Visitors to the White House who are not employees are not required to submit fingerprints. According to the Secret Service, reviewing footage from the West Executive street lobby entrance did not yield any useful leads or identifications.
Reportedly, the investigation was hindered by the fact that possession of 0.007 ounces of cocaine is a misdemeanor in the District of Columbia. As a result, conducting interviews with the approximately 500 people present at the scene was deemed impractical and an inefficient allocation of public resources.
According to Secret Service spokesman Anthony Gugliemi, conducting numerous interviews might potentially infringe on individuals' civil rights. In the absence of physical evidence, a confession would likely be necessary to advance the investigation. Gugliemi confirmed the possibility of a consensual interview, but emphasized the need for additional proof before pursuing such a course of action.
Chuck Rosenberg, former US Attorney and acting DEA administrator under President Obama, supported the Secret Service's decision. He acknowledged that law enforcement agencies are faced with the challenge of allocating limited resources to investigations. Rosenberg stated that while the interviews could have been conducted, ultimately, it would be a laborious and fruitless endeavor. Given their constrained resources, law enforcement agencies must judiciously determine which activities warrant their time and attention.
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Republicans have raised concerns and posed questions following a confidential briefing on the investigation into the cocaine discovery at the White House. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expressed his concerns, stating, "We must ensure equal justice." We cannot afford to treat 'Biden, Inc.' with any less scrutiny than we would apply to any other American company.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump shared his doubts on his Truth Social platform, stating, "Despite the presence of numerous cameras at the 'scene of the crime' and the most advanced forensics available worldwide, they still can't unravel the mystery? Others seem to have the answer, but they remain perplexed!"
Nikki Haley, a Republican primary challenger, spoke out about the investigation, making unverified allegations of a cover-up. Haley confidently asserted, "I firmly believe there is a cover-up, involving either Hunter Biden or a close associate of the President, although neither has been identified.
The location of the locker is one that I know well. It is not a place where people come and go without notice. Only the president, the vice president, members of the cabinet, or the deputies of the directors are usually seen there. Haley emphasized that no one else would have access to the room.
Furthermore, she speculated that only high-ranking officials would be granted entry to the specific location where the drugs were concealed. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, stressed President Joe Biden's determination for the Secret Service to thoroughly investigate how the drugs were able to infiltrate the residence.
Biden was away from the White House with his family at Camp David during the incident. When the white powder was found, the building was evacuated briefly as a precaution. The fire department conducted immediate on-site testing to determine the substance's biohazard status. The initial screening detected no biological hazards but did detect the presence of cocaine. In the end, the bag and its contents were sent to the FBI's crime lab for a battery of sophisticated forensic tests, including fingerprint and DNA analysis. The FBI also performed chemical analyses.
Secret Service agents identified several hundred people who might have entered the room where the drugs were stashed, but they were unable to make a match because no latent fingerprints or DNA were present. Visitors to the White House who are not employees are not required to submit fingerprints. According to the Secret Service, reviewing footage from the West Executive street lobby entrance did not yield any useful leads or identifications.
