The illegal drug was discovered in the West Wing and was reportedly found in a cubby near the Situation Room by Secret Service agents on Sunday.
Mitchell attempted to narrow down the list of suspects by focusing on the specific location where the cocaine was found.
She noted that it was in a more secure and limited access area than the West Wing reception area. Mitchell stated, "Normal people, average people just can't get in there, even with the entry for the Northwest Gate."
NBC News correspondent Kelly O'Donnell added that the Northwest Gate, which is one of the entrances to the West Wing, is closer to the Situation Room and is a high-traffic area.
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O'Donnell emphasized that anyone coming through that area would need to be on a private tour led by a White House staffer as their sponsor.
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The proximity of the cocaine to the Situation Room raised eyebrows among observers.
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O'Donnell further highlighted the unusual nature of the incident, stating that officials have no record of illicit drugs being found in the West Wing or the White House before.
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The discovery has sparked controversy for the Biden administration, particularly given President Biden's son Hunter's history of substance abuse.
The Biden family was reportedly at Camp David when the cocaine was discovered, according to the White House. However, an anonymous law enforcement official told Politico that cracking the case is unlikely.
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As the investigation continues, the bag of cocaine is being tested for DNA and fingerprints to determine its origin and potential suspects.
The discovery of drugs in such a secure area of the White House has raised concerns about security protocols and access to restricted areas.
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The "Cocainegate" scandal has cast a shadow over the Biden administration, as questions linger about who could have brought the drugs into the White House and how they managed to bypass security measures.
While the investigation remains ongoing, the Biden administration will undoubtedly face scrutiny and pressure to address any security vulnerabilities that may have allowed this breach to occur.
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