The investigation identified cocaine powder associated with materials that had been at the White House, a detail reported by a television channel. GIS News referenced an anonymous law enforcement source to inform this account.
The substance was tested and returned a positive result for cocaine hydrochloride.
According to the same informant, the powder was discovered in a common area on the west side of the West Wing, a space where visitors and staff often pause to store personal belongings before entering the office suites.
The United States Secret Service has pledged a thorough inquiry to determine how the substance ended up in the West Wing. Officials told investigators to review internal information rooms and cross-check entry logs to establish who had access to the building during the relevant period.
On July 4, reports circulated by the Washington Post suggested a suspected cocaine-like substance was found at the White House, prompting additional scrutiny of security protocols and entry procedures.
The report noted that there had been attempts to gain entry to the White House grounds, highlighting ongoing concerns about protective measures and access controls in high-security areas.
Experts and observers emphasized the seriousness of the incident, stressing that rapid verification of the substance and a clear account of access events are essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the safety of the presidential complex.