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US Cities Heighten Security After New Orleans Attack and Las Vegas Explosion

WASHINGTON/NEW ORLEANS – Law enforcement officials in US cities increased security measures on January 2, following a deadly attack in New Orleans and an explosion outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas, raising concerns about further threats during a month filled with large-scale public events.

Washington, the site of the January 9 state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter and President-elect Donald Trump’s January 20 inauguration, announced heightened security across the city. The community will notice an increased police presence, especially with Trump’s “victory rally” scheduled for January 19 at Capital One Arena.

Trump’s November 5 presidential election victory is set to be certified by the US Congress on January 6, marking the fourth anniversary of the 2021 attack on the US Capitol by Trump supporters. This ceremony has been designated a National Special Security Event, with the US Secret Service taking the lead security role.

The investigation into the New Orleans attack, where a US Army veteran carrying an Islamic State flag plowed into a crowd of New Year’s revelers, continues. Authorities have increased security ahead of the Sugar Bowl college football game, which was postponed from January 1 due to the attack. At least 15 people, including the suspect, were killed.

FBI officials are also investigating a separate incident on January 1, where a Tesla Cybertruck packed with gasoline canisters and large firework mortars exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. While no local threats have been linked to the New Orleans attack, the FBI is sharing information with other law enforcement agencies to prevent potential threats.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency in Orleans Parish ahead of the February 9 Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, which starts on January 6. Additional resources will remain in the city through the end of Mardi Gras on March 4.

In New York, Mayor Eric Adams announced heightened security at several locations, including Trump Tower and Times Square, following the New Orleans attack. Despite the lack of credible threats, the NYPD remains on alert and is closely monitoring events in coordination with federal and regional partners.

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