President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday, as confirmed by a White House official. The guest list is still being finalized, with discussions underway for House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana native, to potentially join the President.
Security measures around the Super Bowl are being significantly heightened in anticipation of Trump's attendance. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is overseeing the security preparations at Caesars Superdome, sharing updates and photos from the venue.
Preparations include reduced staff presence on Friday and Saturday for security sweeps, with strict screening procedures likened to those seen at international summits like the G7. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has a longstanding history of safeguarding the NFL Super Bowl, and they are working diligently to ensure a safe and secure game day in New Orleans.
Following a recent terrorist attack in the host city, where 14 people were killed and 35 injured by a man driving a pickup truck into a crowd and opening fire, New Orleans has been ramping up security measures for the Super Bowl.
On game day, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Philadelphia Eagles, with Grammy-winning artist Kendrick Lamar set to perform during the halftime show.
