Who created a cabinet level drug czar?

The concept of a cabinet-level drug czar was established during the administration of President Richard Nixon in 1971, when he appointed the first drug czar to head the newly formed Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This position was intended to coordinate federal efforts to combat drug abuse and trafficking. Over the years, the role has evolved, with various presidents appointing individuals to oversee drug policy at the cabinet level, reflecting the growing concern over substance abuse and its societal impacts.