“Prior drug use including marijuana, regardless of whether the marijuana use was permitted under state law,” could affect an applicant’s eligibility, according to the White House. According to a FAQ of the White House Internship Program, “prior drug use including marijuana, regardless of whether the marijuana use was permitted under state law,” could affect an applicant’s eligibility. Early in his tenure, the Biden White House was roundly criticized over reports that staffers were being fired, asked to resign or penalized for having admitted to cannabis use as part of a background check. By Joana Scopel The Biden administration clarified that people applying as White House interns will be required to fill out a standard form to disclose prior drug use including marijuana, reported Marijuana Moment. As many Americans begin their return to office life, how cannabis fits into the equation is coming into play.