“We Are In Danger: Americans Terrified as Senator John Warns More Terror Attacks Are Coming—YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHY!”
Fox News reporter Aishah Hasnie spoke with Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) after a terrible terrorist attack happened in Louisiana on New Year’s Day. The attack shocked the state, and people were looking for answers about what happened and whether more attacks could happen.
Hasnie asked Kennedy if there was a risk of more attacks in other big cities. Kennedy responded, “I can’t answer that. I can, but I won’t.” His dramatic response left many viewers confused and worried. Hasnie then asked if New Orleans, the largest city in Louisiana, was safe. This was a big concern because reports suggested that the attacker might not have acted alone.
Kennedy replied that New Orleans was safe but admitted that security efforts were still being worked on.
He explained that the governor had called the National Guard, and there were extra FBI agents, Homeland Security teams, and state troopers working to protect the area. He also praised the efforts of the local police but warned that not all the information they had was accurate yet.
After the interview, many people criticized Kennedy for his vague answers. Some said his comments caused more fear instead of helping people feel safe.
Conservative strategist Heath Mayo shared the interview clip online and called it an example of how *not* to lead during a crisis. He mocked Kennedy’s statements, saying they sounded childish and unhelpful.
USA Today editor Mike Freeman also criticized Kennedy, calling his response “unbelievably irresponsible.” Many people felt that a clear and honest update from law enforcement would have been more helpful to reassure the public during such a scary time.