Louisiana AG orders security investigation as Biden directs resources to help New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill ordered on Monday an investigation into safety and security deficiencies in New Orleans, where an Army veteran sped around a police blockade and raced down Bourbon Street, killing 14 New Year’s revelers.

“The People of Louisiana deserve answers,” Murrill said in a statement. “We are committed to getting a full and complete picture of what was done or not done, and more importantly, what needs to change so we can prevent this from ever happening again.”

President Joe Biden visited New Orleans Monday to meet with the families of those killed and first responders. He also directed additional resources to help New

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