Trump accuses Bidens of drug connection in White House

Former President Donald Trump made unfounded accusations on Wednesday, suggesting that a baggie of cocaine found at the White House over the weekend belonged to President Joe Biden and his son Hunter.

The claims arose after the US Secret Service discovered the powder cocaine during a routine security sweep of the West Wing. Contrary to Trump’s assertions, laboratory analysis confirmed the substance to be cocaine. The story gained attention as a Republican senator called for answers from the Secret Service, while journalists sought additional details from the White House.

Using social media posts on Truth Social, Trump insinuated that the cocaine was intended for the personal use of Hunter and Joe Biden, dismissing any alternative explanations. He wrote, “Does anybody really believe that the cocaine found in the West Wing of the White House, very close to the Oval Office, is for the use of anyone other than Hunter & Joe Biden?” Trump also predicted that the media would downplay the discovery, claiming they would portray it as a small amount or crushed aspirin, resulting in the story’s disappearance.

Amidst the baseless allegations, Trump targeted Jack Smith, the special counsel prosecutor appointed by the Justice Department to handle cases involving the former president. Trump questioned Smith’s appearance, stating, “Has Deranged Jack Smith, the crazy, Trump-hating Special Prosecutor, been seen in the area of the cocaine? He looks like a crackhead to me!” However, it is important to note that Trump’s remarks lack any factual basis.

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed that the cocaine was found in a heavily trafficked area frequently accessed by both staff and visitors. She clarified that the president, first lady, and their family were not present during the incident as they had spent the weekend at Camp David. The Secret Service, responsible for White House security, initiated an investigation into the origin and circumstances surrounding the presence of the cocaine.

Despite the former president’s attempts to divert attention with his unfounded claims, the focus remains on the Secret Service’s investigation and the demand for answers from the Republican senator. The confirmation of the substance as cocaine through laboratory analysis reinforces the seriousness of the situation.

It is crucial to emphasize that President Joe Biden and his family have no connection to the incident, as they were not present at the White House at the time. Baseless allegations should not be justified by Hunter Biden’s public struggles with addiction. The White House remains committed to cooperating with authorities to ensure the security and integrity of the premises.