Video Message From New Orleans Attacker Reveals He Has Joined ISIS, Informs Family

The man responsible for the deadly truck ramming attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day left a video message for his family, stating that he had joined ISIS and considered killing them before carrying out the attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 people. Authorities believe the attacker likely acted alone. The FBI is asking for the public’s help in finding who planted bombs the day before the attack. Despite the tragedy, New Orleans is trying to move on with respect and resilience. Additionally, there are growing safety fears among New York subway riders after a wave of attacks, as well as new questions about security in New Orleans. Actor Justin Baldoni fired back after being accused of sexual harassment by co-star Blake Lively. The Department of Transportation fined JetBlue $2 million over chronically delayed flights. President Biden honored 19 politicians, philanthropists, and cultural icons with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Memorial services for Jimmy Carter have begun in Georgia ahead of his state funeral. The first major storm of 2025 is set to impact about 60 million Americans. Material used in explosives left in New Orleans contained a rare compound, according to investigators. Overall, the content covers a range of recent events and developments across different areas, including politics, crime, and transportation.

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