National Guard Arrives in New Orleans for First New Year Since Bourbon Street Attack

National Guard members have arrived in **New Orleans** ahead of New Year’s celebrations, marking the first New Year since the Bourbon Street attack. Visitors interviewed on the ground say the added security makes them feel safer as crowds gather across the city. Some credited the deployment to President **Donald Trump**, while others said the Guard’s presence is reassuring without being intrusive. As New Orleans prepares to ring in the New Year, officials and visitors alike are emphasizing safety, visibility, and peace of mind during one of the city’s busiest nights.