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Surprise! Cocaine found at the White House amid security scare

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A white substance that sparked an emergency evacuation at the White House has tested positive for cocaine.

During a routine inspection of the secure building, the US Secret Service found the substance in a work area.

Sources from the fire and law enforcement departments first reported the preliminary positive test in the Washington Post.

When the substance was discovered, Joe Biden and his family were away at Camp David.

According to the BBC, Secret Service officers discovered white powder “inside a work area” of the West Wing around 20:45 local time on Sunday.

Guglielmi said he quickly called the fire department, who found the substance to be “non-hazardous”.

According to him, the item has been sent for more testing and an investigation is ongoing, including how the substance entered the White House.

The BBC’s US partner, CBS News, reported a senior law enforcement source as saying the substance was found in a storage facility in a cupboard routinely used by White House staff and guests to store mobile phones.

CBS reported that two law enforcement officials and a recording of a radio dispatch from Sunday confirmed the substance tested positive for cocaine soon after it was found.

Cocaine is a Schedule II drug under the Controlled Substances Act, meaning it has a high potential for abuse, according to the US Drug Enforcement Administration.

The West Wing is a large, multi-level part of the White House that contains the offices of the president of the United States, including the Oval Office and the Situation Room.

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President Biden and President-elect Trump hold key meeting

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President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pete Hegseth as his pick for Secretary of Defense.

The combat veteran has two bronze stars having served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard University.

In addition providing support to veterans he has held a recent role as a political commentator.

The Defense Department is the largest and oldest U.S. government agency, with a budget of about $850 billion.

Ricoh Danielson a U.S. Army Vet and National Security advisor joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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John Thune elected new Senate GOP Leader

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In a closed-door vote, Senator Thune takes on a pivotal leadership role as Senate Republicans look to the future.

In a significant shift within Senate Republican leadership, Senator John Thune of South Dakota has been elected as the new Senate GOP leader, taking over from long-time leader Senator Mitch McConnell.

The decision came after a secret ballot vote among GOP members, marking the end of McConnell’s influential tenure.

Thune, who has served as Senate Minority Whip, is widely recognized for his strategic acumen and steady approach to party leadership.

His appointment signals both continuity and potential change as Senate Republicans prepare to navigate a challenging legislative environment and upcoming elections.

With McConnell stepping back, questions arise about how Thune’s leadership will shape GOP strategies on key issues, from fiscal policy to judicial appointments.

Analysts note that his leadership style is expected to maintain unity while possibly adopting fresh tactics to strengthen the party’s legislative influence.

As Thune steps into this prominent role, Republicans and observers alike will watch how his leadership influences the Senate’s dynamics and the broader political landscape.

The transition reflects a pivotal moment for the GOP as it positions itself for future electoral and legislative battles.

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News sites testing AI for article summaries

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The Wall Street Journal is experimenting with AI to summarise its articles.

 

Readers will see a “Key Points” box at the top of select stories, featuring AI-generated summaries that are checked by editors. This new feature is being tested to assess reader engagement, offering bullet points that highlight key information.

The box includes a note explaining the use of AI, as WSJ explores new ways to add value for subscribers. Other news outlets, like USA Today, are also testing similar AI tools, though some caution readers to consult full articles due to potential AI errors.

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