Louisiana National Guard Deploys 350 Troops to New Orleans for Mardi Gras Security

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Louisiana National Guard Deploys 350 Troops to New Orleans for Mardi Gras Security
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The National Guard is deploying 350 troops to New Orleans from January through February to support local law enforcement, coinciding with the first anniversary of a terrorist attack and upcoming events like the Sugar Bowl and Mardi Gras, amid ongoing discussions about security and crime rates. The deployment, requested by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, reflects federal support for local efforts, though the reasons for the delay in approval remain unclear.

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