U.S. Air Force Investigating Drug Use Among Soldiers Protecting Nuclear Weapons

Main Entrance to F. E. Warren AFB. Photo Credit: Photo courtesy U.S. Air Force

Washington Post: Air Force launches investigation into drug use among troops protecting nuclear weapons

The U.S. Air Force has launched an investigation into illicit, off-duty drug use by troops who protect its nuclear weapons, senior service officials said Friday, the latest black eye for a nuclear force that has suffered several scandals in recent years.

The probe centers on 14 enlisted troops between the ranks of airman and airman first class who serve with the 90th Security Forces Group at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo., said Gen. Robin Rand, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command. He said the investigation focuses on “illegal drug activity,” but would not say whether the allegation focuses on use, sales or both. He also would not say what kind of drugs are involved, or whether the investigation could implicate more personnel.

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