How Did Meth and Nuclear Secrets Mix in Los Alamos?

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A recent drug raid at the home of a scientist associated with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) uncovered classified documents linked to the nuclear weapons lab, according to the FBI. The incident occurred during an investigation into methamphetamine use, raising serious concerns about security protocols at LANL. The individual involved is identified as a contract worker, highlighting ongoing issues with personnel management and document security within the facility.

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:confused: What is wrong with Los Alamos?

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A drug raid on a Los Alamos scientist's home in New Mexico turned up what appeared to be classified documents taken from the nuclear weapons lab, the FBI said Tuesday.

Police discovered the documents at the scientist's home while making an arrest in a methamphetamine investigation...
http://edition.cnn.com/2006/US/10/24/los.alamos.documents.ap/
 
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I don't know if nuclear weapons technology is involved, but the woman involved is apparently a contract worker. LANL has had problems, and apparently still do, with security. :rolleyes:
 

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