White House reviewing cases of missing, dead scientists for possible links as 11th person identified

Screenshot from the White House video: “Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Scott Bessent, and Kelly Loeffler Brief Members of the Media.” Press secretary Karoline Leavitt responds to Fox News’ Peter Doocy’s question about reports of scientists tied to sensitive U.S. research who have gone missing or died and whether the cases are connected – April 15, 2026 (timestamp of screenshot 14:29). Article by Michael Dorgan. Fox News – April 17, 2026.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Friday the Trump administration is working with the FBI and other federal agencies to review a growing number of cases involving American scientists who have gone missing or died and to determine whether any of the cases may be connected. “In light of the recent and legitimate questions about these troubling cases, and President Trump’s commitment to the truth, the White House is actively working with all relevant agencies and the FBI to holistically review all of the cases together and identify any potential commonalities that may exist,” Leavitt said in a post on X. […]

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Video: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Scott Bessent, and Kelly Loeffler Brief Members of the Media – The White House

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