

Evening Edition: Securing New Orleans For The Big Game
Feb 8, 2025
Bill Daly, a former FBI investigator and international security expert, sheds light on the extensive security measures for the Super Bowl in New Orleans. He discusses the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies to protect against potential threats, especially following recent security concerns. With President Trump attending, Daly highlights the unique challenges posed by a high-profile event and the integration of advanced technologies in ensuring public safety. Get a glimpse of the unseen work law enforcement does to secure large gatherings.
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Heightened Security for Super Bowl
- The Super Bowl in New Orleans presents heightened security concerns due to the large crowds and recent terror attack.
- The event combines the scale of Mardi Gras and other major events, demanding a multi-layered security approach.
Multi-Layered Security Approach
- Security will extend beyond the Superdome, encompassing several blocks and potentially a half-mile radius.
- Various agencies, including the Louisiana Air Patrol and National Air Guard, will monitor the skies.
Presidential Security
- President Trump's attendance adds complexity to security, requiring dedicated routes and enhanced protection.
- The Secret Service presence, however, also contributes an additional layer of security to the event.