Trump White House Reportedly Managed High Stress with Controlled Substances
A Pentagon report and former officials reveal widespread use of stimulants and anti-anxiety drugs among Trump administration staff.
- The Pentagon's inspector general reported the White House Medical Unit distributed controlled substances like modafinil and Xanax with minimal oversight.
- Former officials claim the use of stimulants and anti-anxiety drugs was an open secret to manage the stress of working in the Trump administration.
- The culture within the White House Medical Unit was described as 'the Wild West,' with a casual approach to prescribing drugs.
- Senior staff members reportedly mixed Xanax with alcohol to cope with the pressure, raising concerns about security clearances.
- The issue traces back to Dr. Ronny Jackson, whose tenure as Physician to the President was marked by allegations of improper conduct.