The president of the United States, Joe Bidenand the first lady, Jill Bidenthey will travel on Monday to New Orleans, Louisianato meet with families and community members affected by the attack that occurred on January 1, according to sources from the White House cited by CNN, ABC y WDSU.
The attack, classified as terrorist, left 14 people dead and 35 injured in the famous Bourbon Streetduring the first hours of the New Year. Biden’s visit will take place five days after the incident, in what is considered one of his last public appearances before the change of administration.
“The president and first lady will meet with families and community members affected by the tragic attack on January 1 and with officials on the scene,” a White House spokesperson was quoted as saying. CNN.
Biden has pledged to provide federal resources to support the ongoing investigation into the attack and has expressed solidarity with the city and those grieving. “Today, all of America stands with the people of New Orleans; “We pray for those who died and were injured in yesterday’s attack, and we are grateful to the brave first responders who ran to save lives,” the president said before the Sugar Bowlheld on Thursday.
The president also highlighted the resilient spirit of the city and the country. “We’re glad the game continues today, but I’m not surprised, because the spirit of New Orleans can never be defeated, and that’s true of the spirit of America, too,” he said.
The White House has not provided specific details about the president’s arrival time in New Orleans, according to reports. WDSU. In addition to meeting with families, Biden will hold meetings with federal, state and local officials to coordinate the response to the attack.
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