Former Secret Service agent Melanie Burkholder and former FBI agent Jonathan Gilliam expressed deep concern over the recent incident where cocaine was discovered at the White House. During an appearance on Newsmax’s “American Agenda,” Burkholder and Gilliam suggested that the incident reflects poorly on the Secret Service’s competence and may indicate a “drug deal gone bad.”
Burkholder criticized the administration’s seemingly desensitized attitude towards drugs in America’s Home. She questioned the efforts to downplay the incident and highlighted the need for a thorough investigation. According to her, the fingerprints on the cocaine should make it relatively easy to identify the perpetrator. Burkholder further raised the question of whether similar incidents had occurred before.
Gilliam echoed Burkholder’s sentiments, emphasizing that the Secret Service should be capable of identifying the individual responsible for bringing drugs into the heavily guarded White House. He noted that the restricted access and small number of people present during the incident should make it easier to determine the source.
Both former agents warned of the potential for a more severe security breach, such as a chemical attack. They highlighted the need to safeguard not only the White House but also the administration and the Secret Service agents responsible for its protection.
In a separate development, former White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany dismissed the suggestion that the cocaine belonged to Hunter Biden, the president’s son. McEnany pointed out that Hunter Biden had left the White House before the incident, making it highly unlikely that the drugs belonged to him.
The Secret Service confirmed that the substance found in the White House was indeed cocaine after secondary lab testing. The investigation is ongoing, with conflicting reports on the exact location where the substance was discovered. The Secret Service emphasized that it was found in a work area within the West Wing.
As authorities continue to search for the person responsible for bringing the illegal drugs onto the premises, the incident raises questions about security measures and the effectiveness of the Secret Service’s investigative capabilities.
The discovery of cocaine led to the evacuation of the White House, although President Joe Biden was not present at the time. The investigation faces challenges due to the highly trafficked nature of the area where the substance was found.
The recent revelation of cocaine found within the confines of the Biden White House has brought about a deep sense of concern and dismay. This troubling incident represents a significant failure within the Biden Administration, further highlighting the shortcomings that have marred its tenure thus far. The discovery of such illicit substances strikes at the heart of the administration, casting shadows of corruption that are difficult to ignore. While responsibility ultimately falls on President Joe Biden, it is crucial to approach this matter with careful consideration and a commitment to addressing the systemic issues that have allowed such a breakdown to occur.
Note: Lest you think this might be a political attack from within the Secret Service, remember the anthrax scare from a few years ago. It is a white powder and those protocols are still in place.