Louisiana National Guard Deployment Sparks Debate Among Leaders

Mayor Arceneaux addresses National Guard plans, Highland rezoning outcome

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)- Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux provided updates on key issues facing the city, including public safety, the budget, and community development. One of the most pressing topics was the possible arrival of the Louisiana National Guard in Shreveport. Mayor Arceneaux said he spoke with Adjutant General Thomas Friloux and was assured that if the Guard is deployed, a planning team will meet with city officials to determine …

Louisiana National Guard deployment sparks debate among leaders

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Governor Jeff Landry hasn't announced where exactly the National Guard may be deployed in Louisiana. But it's a hot-button issue that has city and state leaders divided. U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced his approval for a National Guard deployment in our state, as Landry may see fit. "I'll defer to the governor as to where these should be deployed. Obviously, you want it to be in a place in which it's a hi…

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux doesn't anticipate imminent National Guard deployment to city

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux sat down with us and gave more details on what he knows about a National Guard deployment. Details are slim, but he said he expects planning sessions with the Guard, as well as local input on their mission.