Staff Reports
As we saunter into 2025, the news cycle has proven to be more relentless than a toddler on a sugar high. Just when you thought it was safe to enjoy your eggnog, we were slapped in the face with not one, but two terrifying terrorist attacks. Both incidents involved unsuspecting vehicles roaming through busy areas like they owned the place. In Las Vegas, a Cybertruck rented via the Turo app decided to take a detour in front of the Trump Las Vegas hotel, exploding due to large fireworks or a bomb carried in its bed.
Meanwhile, on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, a truck intentionally crashed into a crowd, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries. Investigations have revealed that both culprits were military veterans.
The real kicker here is that one of these attackers had pledged allegiance to ISIS last year. Now, how on earth did our federal authorities miss that little red flag? It’s a question that surely haunts anyone who remembers the army of FBI agents reassigned to investigate non-violent January 6 protesters instead of keeping an eye on the real bad actors.
In a scene worthy of a Hollywood thriller, law enforcement agencies are working diligently to prevent future threats. With major events approaching, including the certification of the election and a swanky inauguration for President-elect Donald Trump, calls for state emergencies and heightened security are echoing louder than ever before.
With memories of recent events still fresh, it’s clear that we need to strike a balance between security measures and individual freedoms. Perhaps we just need a little common sense to guide us through these turbulent waters. In the meantime, let’s keep our fingers crossed that any future vehicles prefer the road over the sidewalk!
