President Biden sent a message to Americans before the Sugar Bowl between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish began Thursday night.
Biden’s message was broadcast on ESPN before the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.
He offered his prayers for the victims of the New Orleans terrorist attack that left several people dead and dozens more injured.
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Dylan Devezin (25) warms up before the game at Caesars Superdome. (Amber Searls/Image Images)
“Today all of America stands with the people of New Orleans,” Biden said. “We pray for those killed and injured in yesterday’s attack, and we are grateful to the brave first responders who ran to save lives.”
Biden said he was happy the game was going ahead again after it was moved from Wednesday night to Thursday night as officials searched the city for explosives after the attack.
“I’m glad play resumed today, but I’m not surprised because the spirit of New Orleans can never be suppressed. That goes for the spirit of America, too. We just have to remember who we are. We are the United States of America.” , said.
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart before a game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Caesars Superdome. (Amber Searls/Image Images)
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“There is nothing beyond our ability when we do it together. God bless New Orleans and God protect our troops.”
Fans flocked to the Superdome that same day in preparation for the game. Authorities opened Bourbon Street hours before the game.
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said he would attend the game.
President Biden exits the stage after formally apologizing for abuses committed against Native boarding school students over the past century during a visit to Gila Crossing Community School on October 25, 2024, in the Gila River Indian Community. (Image)
“Security is going to be tight,” he said in an appearance on “Fox & Friends.” “We are all confident that we are going to host this game. The Superdome is completely secure. Once again, the FBI continues to invest resources in the state.”
