Law enforcement in Houston is currently awaiting federal authorization to search a home believed to be connected to the suspected New Orleans attacker, as confirmed by a spokesperson from FBI Houston. The authorities are diligently working towards obtaining the necessary clearance to enter the premises, with the spokesperson indicating that they are still several hours away from being able to do so. In the meantime, they have been actively securing the neighborhood and ensuring the safety of residents by escorting them away from the vicinity.
