Heavy security in New Orleans for Super Bowl Sunday, Trump, Jill Biden to attend game

Security concerns are heightened given the Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Years Day so local, state and federal law enforcement plus drones, rooftop snipers, police dogs and military personnel are in the area

Published: February 9, 2025 9:30am

Updated: February 9, 2025 6:18pm

There is a heavy security presence on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, Louisiana for Super Bowl Sunday ahead of the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome.

Security concerns are heightened given the Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Years Day.

In addition to local, state and federal law enforcement, drones, rooftop snipers, police dogs and military personnel were all spotted. 

According to the Associated Press, officials anticipate more than 125,000 visitors to the city during the Super Bowl.

President Donald Trump and former First Lady Jill Biden are expected to attend the game in addition to recording artist Taylor Swift, who is dating Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce, and other celebrities. 

Rapper Kendrick Lamar is performing at halftime. 

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