Washington Today (7-5-23): White House says Secret Service is investigating cocaine in West Wing

The Secret Service says it is investigating who brought a small bag of cocaine into the West Wing of the White House. The powder was discovered on Sunday, and the White House temporarily evacuated until testing could be done.

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President Joe Biden meets Sweden's Prime Minister in the White House Oval Office, reiterating support for Sweden joining NATO. Sweden applied after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Next week NATO country leaders hold a summit in Lithuania.

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the military draft and start of the all-volunteer force by administering the oath of enlistment to new recruits.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson gets criticized for not showing up enough in the House of Commons for critical speech, votes and the weekly Question Time from Members of Parliament.

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Title: Washington Today (7-5-23): White House says Secret Service is investigating cocaine in West Wing
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