Biden to Console New Orleans After Tragic New Year's Day Attack

U.S. President Joe Biden is set to visit New Orleans to console the community after a deadly attack by an Army veteran. The attacker, who had pledged allegiance to ISIS, acted alone. Biden aims to provide personal condolences to the victims' families, emphasizing communal support.

In a bid to provide solace, U.S. President Joe Biden will travel to New Orleans on Monday, following a devastating attack by a U.S. Army veteran that left 14 dead. His visit aims to reassure and console the grieving community and families of victims affected by the tragedy, which occurred during New Year's Day celebrations.

Speaking from the White House, Biden expressed his desire to personally connect with the families, offering them solace in their time of loss. He emphasized the importance of mutual support among the bereaved, highlighting his own experiences of personal grief.

The attacker, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was killed in a shootout with police. FBI investigations revealed that Jabbar acted independently, despite pledging allegiance to ISIS, and was troubled by mental health issues. Biden reiterated these conclusions, underscoring that the attack was not part of a broader plot.

(With inputs from agencies.)