President-elect Trump Blames Biden’s Border Policies for New Orleans Truck Attack
Attack Details
On New Year’s Day, a truck attack occurred on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, leaving several people injured and one dead. The attacker, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a U.S. citizen and Army veteran, was shot and killed by police.
Trump’s Response
President-elect Donald Trump and his allies in Congress have blamed the attack on President Joe Biden’s border policies, despite the attacker being a U.S. citizen. Trump wrote on Truth Social, "When I said that the criminals coming in are far worse than the criminals we have in our country, that statement was constantly refuted by Democrats and the Fake News Media, but it turned out to be true."
Fox News’ Initial Report
Fox News initially reported that the attacker had crossed the border from Mexico earlier in the week, but later walked back its reporting. Despite this, Trump and some of his allies, including Donald Trump Jr. and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, echoed the initial report.
FBI Investigation
The FBI is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack. FBI Deputy Assistant Director Christopher Raia stated that the attacker had posted videos online hours before the attack detailing a plan to commit another attack on his family.
Republican Reactions
Other Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Reps. Eli Crane and Carlos Gimenez, also blamed the attack on the nation’s immigration system and the lack of border security. They claimed that the "open border" and the nation’s immigration system have created a "perfect storm" to endanger Americans.
Conclusion
The attack in New Orleans highlights the ongoing debate over border security and immigration policies in the United States. While the attacker was a U.S. citizen, Trump and his allies continue to blame President Biden’s border policies for the attack. The FBI is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack, and the nation mourns the loss of life and injuries sustained.
FAQs
Q: Who was the attacker in the New Orleans truck attack?
A: The attacker was identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a U.S. citizen and Army veteran.
Q: What was the initial report from Fox News?
A: Fox News initially reported that the attacker had crossed the border from Mexico earlier in the week, but later walked back its reporting.
Q: What is the FBI investigating the attack as?
A: The FBI is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack.
Q: What did President-elect Trump say about the attack?
A: Trump wrote on Truth Social that the attack was a result of his previous warnings about the dangers of criminals entering the country.
Q: What did other Republicans say about the attack?
A: Other Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Reps. Eli Crane and Carlos Gimenez, blamed the attack on the nation’s immigration system and the lack of border security.
