The FBI has officially reopened the investigation into cocaine found at the White House in 2023, according to FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino. This move comes under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, who has called for renewed scrutiny of unresolved cases involving security and trust in federal institutions.
The incident, often referred to as “CocaineGate,” has remained a mystery for nearly two years — until now.
Cocaine Found at the White House: What Happened in 2023?
In July 2023, a small bag of cocaine was discovered in a cubby near the West Wing’s entrance — a space used daily by White House staff, guests, and security personnel. The Biden family, including Hunter Biden, had just departed for the Fourth of July holiday when the drugs were found.
A quick Secret Service investigation wrapped up in less than two weeks, with officials citing a “lack of evidence” such as fingerprints or usable security footage to identify the owner. The case was closed, but many questions remained.
New FBI Probe: What Triggered It?
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed that the Bureau would “re-open or devote additional resources” to the case. Bongino’s announcement included a list of investigations receiving renewed attention, including:
- The White House cocaine discovery
- The 2021 pipe bombs near the RNC and DNC
- The leak of the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision
Bongino also hinted at whistleblowers and new information possibly connecting the cocaine bag to members of the Biden family’s inner circle.
President Trump: Demanding Accountability
President Trump has long been vocal about the cocaine case, questioning the Biden administration’s transparency. In a 2025 interview, Trump remarked, “Well, either Joe or Hunter. Could be Joe, too.”
He also claimed the locker area had been wiped clean with strong chemicals, removing fingerprints and potential DNA. “It was absolutely stone cold, wiped dry,” Trump said. “Bad stuff happened there, and I’m going to look into it.”
Trump has ordered federal agencies to re-examine evidence and pursue all leads, aiming to restore public confidence in government accountability.
The White House’s Response Back in 2023
During the Biden administration, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre called questions about the cocaine’s ownership “irresponsible,” but stopped short of directly denying a possible Biden family link.
The investigation’s early closure and lack of transparency sparked backlash from both the public and political figures.
Other High-Profile Cases Getting a Second Look
Besides the cocaine case, Bongino highlighted two other major incidents also under new review:
- Pipe bombs planted near RNC and DNC headquarters on January 5, 2021.
- The leak of the Supreme Court’s draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade in May 2022.
Trump called the source of the Supreme Court leak “slime” and suggested journalists be compelled to reveal their sources — a controversial stance that reignited debates about press freedom and national security.