Inside the massive effort to secure New Orleans for the Super Bowl

Weeks after a terror attack in New Orleans that killed 14 people, nearly 3,000 law enforcement personnel are patrolling by air and water ahead of Super Bowl Sunday. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch got an up close look at the plans to keep the city safe.

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How is New Orleans preparing for Super Bowl Sunday?

While the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up to play in Super Bowl LIX, so are authorities. CBS News reporter Katie Weis reports on the security preparations in New Orleans.
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Trump planning to attend Super Bowl in New Orleans

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Trump to attend Super Bowl in New Orleans

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Trump plans to attend Super Bowl in New Orleans

President Trump will attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans on Sunday, according to people familiar with the president's travel plans.
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New security measures in New Orleans for Super Bowl

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What to know about security measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans

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