FBI confirms suspect was a US born citizen, the ISIS flag, IEDs IN the vehicle and two IN the French Quarter. They are looking for multiple suspects and asking for the public's help.
Mayor speaking.
Governor thanks two NOLA cops who engaged and nuetralized the attacker. Issuing an emergency declaration. Military police company being mobilized.
They are postponing the Sugar Bowl to tomorrow night.
Lord - probably prudent.
Sen Kennedy now. "For those people who don't believe in objective evil all you have to do is look at what happened to our city."
Says he's talked to Mayorkas, says he expects the full force of the federal government behind this investigation.
"Here's what I want to ask from the federal government - CATCH THESE PEOPLE. And then tell the American people the truth."
Man, he is pissed. He says he promises that everyone will be told what happened and who is responsible or he will raise Hell. He has put the feds on notice.
MSM reports: Wow, Sen. John Kennedy ensures people that the truth about what happened in New Orleans will be told to them, that government will be held accountable for letting people know all, after investigation. Powerful words. pic.twitter.com/rdomil7UNA
— Spaced Drummer (@Mike_Coletta) January 1, 2025
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