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New Orleans Terror Attack: Death Toll Hits 15, Suspect an Army Veteran

Published JAN 2 2025·Updated JAN 3 2025
New Orleans Terror Attack: Death Toll Hits 15, Suspect an Army Veteran
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Above: Police investigators surround the white Ford F-150 pickup truck that crashed into a work lift after allegedly driving into a crowd of New Year's revelers in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, on Jan. 1, 2025. Image credit: MATTHEW HINTON/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images

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Narrative A

The attack shows IS remains a persistent global threat, and its ability to inspire lone-wolf attacks through online propaganda is very much alive despite territorial losses. The discovery of explosives and an IS flag suggests sophisticated planning and ideological motivation.

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Narrative B

The incident highlights vulnerabilities in domestic security and the need for better protection of soft targets, particularly during major public events. The suspect's military background and access to weapons raise concerns about radicalization within veteran communities.

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Republican narrative

The shockingly violent attack in New Orleans is a result of weak and ineffective leadership and the US' wide-open borders. Trump's warnings of undocumented immigrants — refuted by Democrats — have turned out to be true.

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Democratic narrative

Local law enforcement's brave and swift response prevented even greater death and injury. Violence, terrorism, and any threats to human life have no place in the US. Those responsible for this terrible act will be brought to justice.

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