President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday night regarding the deadly attack in the French Quarter in New Orleans, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation before drawing conclusions. Biden stated that top law enforcement officials are actively investigating the incident and looking for any potential connections, associations, or coconspirators.
The FBI's investigation into the attack is ongoing and evolving, with efforts focused on determining if there were other individuals involved besides the suspect who drove a pickup truck into a crowd, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries.
Biden highlighted that he has instructed key officials, including the attorney general, FBI director, secretary of Homeland Security, and others, to dedicate intensive efforts to gather comprehensive information about the incident. He assured the public that once confirmed details are available, they will be promptly shared.
The president also emphasized the allocation of all necessary resources to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to swiftly conclude the investigation in New Orleans and ensure the safety of the American people by addressing any potential remaining threats.
