NEW ORLEANS — President Donald Trump is set to make history this Sunday as the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl, appearing at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans.
The highly anticipated matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles comes just one month after a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street, where a truck plowed through crowds on New Year’s Day, killing 14 people and injuring dozens more.
Officials: No Credible Threats to the Game
Despite the recent tragedy, security officials have assured the public that there are no credible threats to the Super Bowl or its surrounding events.
“Right now, we have no specific credible threats to this event … which I think should give us all a sense of security,” said Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a Monday press briefing.
Noem emphasized that law enforcement agencies are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of attendees, including pre-deploying resources and enhancing security partnerships.
2,700+ Law Enforcement Officers, Secret Service Reinforcements
Officials had already announced that over 2,700 state, federal, and local law enforcement officers would be deployed to secure the event. However, with Trump’s attendance, additional Secret Service measures will be implemented.
“The Secret Service has been on the ground for days, working in close collaboration with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, as well as the NFL, to implement a comprehensive security plan,” said Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi on Tuesday.
Guglielmi added that fans attending the game can expect heightened security screenings and additional checkpoint measures, with further details to be released in the coming days.
New Orleans Ramps Up Security for Super Bowl
A Super Bowl Unlike Any Other
With Trump’s historic appearance, a heightened security presence, and the lingering impact of the Bourbon Street attack, Super Bowl 59 will be a game unlike any other.
As Kansas City and Philadelphia fans prepare for the biggest showdown of the year, officials are ensuring that safety remains the top priority.
Stay tuned for updates as more details on the security plan and game day logistics are released.
