Bidens Travel to New Orleans; Mourn Victims of Bourbon Street Tragedy
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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were in New Orleans Monday, joining a community in mourning after the tragic New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street when a U.S. Army veteran drove a truck into revelers in the French Quarter, killing 14 and injuring dozens of others.
In a statement, President Biden said, "To all families of those who were killed, to all who were injured, and to the people of New Orleans, our nation grieves with you, and we stand with you as you mourn and heal."
While in New Orleans, Biden is meeting privately with victims' families and state officials, including Governor Jeff Landry, who is requesting a presidential disaster declaration to provide emergency aid and counseling for survivors. Mayor LaToya Cantrell has called for federal assistance to review security and vulnerabilities ahead of Carnival season.
Monday evening, the Bidens attended Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace and Healing at St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square.
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