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Trump Approves Firing Squad Execution For Nidal Hasan

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A former US Army sergeant who survived the mass shooting on Fort Hood has said that while he supports the execution of the gunman by firing squad, he is concerned about it being livestreamed.

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President Donald Trump ordered the use of a firing squad for the execution of former army major Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in Texas in 2009.12

The method of execution was approved by President Trump at the recommendation of defense secretary Pete Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed it.13

The decision to livestream the execution was initially made but later reversed by President Trump.45

Survivor Alonzo Lunsford supports Hasan's execution by firing squad but is concerned about it being livestreamed for public viewing.6

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Sources cited (7)
  1. Trump orders military base mass shooter to be executed by firing squad The Independent, 6 Oct
  2. Fort Hood shooter to be executed by firing squad: All to know Al Jazeera, 6 Oct
  3. Fort Hood killer Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad at same military base where he carried out mass shooting as date’s set New York Post, 7 Oct
  4. Hegseth promises execution live stream as Trump appears to ‘pause’ war on Iran | First Thing The Guardian, 9 Oct
  5. US President calls off execution livestream Sydney Morning Herald, 16 Oct
  6. Fort Hood survivor supports gunman's execution by firing squad but questions livestream BBC, 9 Oct
  7. Americans back Trump's decision against livestreaming Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution Fox News, 16 Oct

What happened

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President Donald Trump has said he signed off on the execution, but while he approves of the livestream plan, a final decision is yet to be made.

3 of 30 outletsfirst reported 10 Octwording from BBC

Hasan – who killed 12 US service members, one civilian, and wounded 32 others during a horrific November 2009 shooting at Fort Hood – will be executed by firing squad on December 3 at 1 p.m. at the very military base he once terrorized, Army Secretary Adam Telle announced in an X post Tuesday night.

25 of 30 outletsfirst reported 6 Octwording from New York Post

Hegseth said “we’ll make sure that people are able to watch it, that it’s public, because people need to understand there’s serious consequences for these types of things”.

17 of 30 outletsfirst reported 8 Octwording from The Guardian

Nidal Malik Hasan, a US Army major and physician, fatally shot 13 unarmed US soldiers at Fort Hood in 2009, injuring another 32.

16 of 30 outletsfirst reported 5 Octwording from BBC

What each outlet says

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CBS News15 Oct

President Trump announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, will not be streamed live, reversing an initial Pentagon plan that had drawn significant criticism. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated his original belief that streaming the execution would serve as a deterrent but acknowledged opposition from many concerned citizens who do not want to witness it visually…

Trump says execution of Fort Hood shooter won't be streamed →18 articles from CBS News on this story
New York Post15 Oct

President Donald Trump received praise from Fort Hood survivors for canceling plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, set for December 3, 2026. Survivors Alonzo Lunsford and Julia Wilson expressed relief, arguing that broadcasting the execution could turn it into a spectacle and provide propaganda for terrorist groups. Trump allowed immediate family members of victims to witness the execution in person but…

Trump praised by Fort Hood survivors for scrapping ‘barbaric’ Nidal Hasan execution livestream →10 articles from New York Post on this story
The Straits Times15 Oct

President Donald Trump announced on October 15 that the planned execution of Nidal Hasan would not be livestreamed but could be viewed by immediate family members of victims in person. Trump justified his decision, noting concerns from various groups and polls indicating public opposition to streaming the event. The execution is scheduled for December 3 and will proceed as a firing squad, reflecting Trump's view…

Trump says military execution will not be livestreamed →10 articles from The Straits Times on this story
The Independent13 Oct

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed concerns about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, set for December 3 by firing squad. Johnson fears that broadcasting the execution could serve as a recruitment tool for future terrorists and acknowledges that other colleagues share these reservations. The last public execution in the U.S…

Mike Johnson warns livestream execution could be ‘a recruiting tool for future terrorists’ →9 articles from The Independent on this story
Daily Mail15 Oct

President Donald Trump canceled Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's decision to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former U.S. Army major who carried out a deadly attack on Fort Hood in 2009. Initially, Hegseth planned for the state execution by firing squad to be made public and potentially live streamed, but after facing backlash from politicians and voters—80 percent of whom opposed streaming it…

Trump cancels livestream for Fort Hood shooter's firing squad execution in brutal blow to Pete Hegseth →8 articles from Daily Mail on this story
Fox News16 Oct

Fox News Digital reports on public sentiment regarding President Trump's decision to halt the livestreaming of Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad. The article highlights that most Americans interviewed by Fox News were supportive of Trump's reversal, citing concerns about making a spectacle and potential negative impacts on national image. While some viewed Trump’s change as an attempt to save face from…

Americans back Trump's decision against livestreaming Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution →8 articles from Fox News on this story
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Washington Examiner15 Oct

President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people and injured 32 others at Fort Hood, will not be livestreamed. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Hasan as an evil traitor but acknowledged concerns from well-meaning individuals about broadcasting the execution. While the execution by firing squad remains scheduled to proceed, immediate family members of victims…

Trump says execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamed →8 articles from Washington Examiner on this story
The Guardian15 Oct

President Donald Trump decided to cancel his plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan via a firing squad following significant international criticism. Initially, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had indicated that watching the execution would serve as a deterrent against terrorism. However, Trump conceded in a post on Truth Social that public broadcasting of the execution might upset many people and thus…

Trump cancels plan to livestream execution following global condemnation →8 articles from The Guardian on this story
NBC News15 Oct

President Donald Trump announced that the government will not livestream the firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 and injured 32 at Fort Hood. This decision reverses a previous announcement by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump stated that while streaming the event could serve as a deterrent to terrorism, many people prefer not to witness it. Instead, the families of the victims will have the…

Trump says government won’t livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan →7 articles from NBC News on this story
BBC15 Oct

US President Donald Trump has canceled plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former US army psychiatrist convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 and injured 32. Originally intending to use it as a deterrent, Trump cited concern over public reaction but confirmed the execution by firing squad will proceed without being streamed online. Families of victims will be allowed to witness the…

Trump calls off livestream for Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad →7 articles from BBC on this story
Al Jazeera9 Oct

President Trump announced that Nidal Malik Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter responsible for killing 13 people and injuring over 30 others in 2009, will face execution by firing squad. The Pentagon stated this execution would be public and livestreamed, though the White House has not yet confirmed these details.

Trump confirms Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be by firing squad →6 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
Sydney Morning Herald16 Oct

President Donald Trump decided to cancel his plan to broadcast online the execution by firing squad of the former US Army psychiatrist who was convicted for murdering 13 people at a military facility in Texas. The article does not provide specific details about why the livestream was cancelled or when this decision was made.

US President calls off execution livestream →6 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story
Toronto Star15 Oct

President Trump announced that the Pentagon will no longer livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, following widespread criticism. The original plan for a public streaming on December 3 had drawn bipartisan backlash and concerns about its impact on radicalization efforts. Trump justified his initial support for the livestream as potentially serving as a deterrent but conceded to public…

Trump, after bipartisan backlash, says Pentagon won't livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter →5 articles from Toronto Star on this story
The Hindu15 Oct

President Donald Trump announced on October 15, 2026, that the execution of Nidal Hasan would not be livestreamed but would instead allow immediate family members of victims to view it in person. Trump cited concerns from many Americans and religious leaders about broadcasting the execution, which is scheduled for December 3, 2026. Hasan, a former U.S. Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in…

Trump says Ford Hood shooter’s military execution will not be livestreamed →5 articles from The Hindu on this story
ABC News (US)15 Oct

President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others during a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, will not be streamed live online despite earlier contemplation that streaming it could serve as a deterrent against terrorism. In his social media post, Trump stated the execution by firing squad would proceed but would not be made…

Trump announces Nidal Hasan execution 'will not be streamed' →4 articles from ABC News (US) on this story
NPR15 Oct

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, a convicted mass shooter from 2009, suggesting public execution would deter future attacks. Some religious scholars criticize this idea as aligning with extreme Christian nationalist views within Hegseth's Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches. These scholars argue that such proposals push societal norms and reflect ideas far…

For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandate →4 articles from NPR on this story
CBC15 Oct

President Donald Trump announced on social media that the Pentagon will not livestream the execution by firing squad of the Fort Hood shooter, in response to bipartisan criticism. The decision was shared on Truth Social following public opposition from both political parties.

Pentagon will not livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter: Trump →4 articles from CBC on this story
South China Morning Post10 Oct

President Trump expressed doubt about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to live stream the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. The execution, which follows a death sentence for Hasan's 2009 shooting spree that killed 13 people, would be the first US military firing squad execution since 1945. Despite Trump’s support for the death penalty in this case, he left open whether the…

Trump casts doubt on Pentagon plan to live stream Fort Hood shooter’s execution →3 articles from South China Morning Post on this story
National Post16 Oct

President Donald Trump canceled plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan after facing widespread criticism. The decision reverses a controversial move by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had announced intentions to make the December 3 execution at Fort Hood public. Critics from both political parties, religious leaders like the Catholic Church, and international figures including the United…

Trump scraps plan to livestream firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan after widespread criticism →3 articles from National Post on this story
ABC News (AU)11 Oct

The Australian Greens are urging the federal government to intervene and prevent a planned live stream of a firing squad execution in the United States from being accessible in Australia. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced intentions for public viewing of the December 3 execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, prompting Senator Sarah Hanson-Young to request assurances that such content will be blocked within the…

Calls on federal government to block US execution live stream in Australia →2 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
Times of India9 Oct

The United Nations has criticized the US plan to broadcast online the upcoming execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan, who murdered 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric described such livestreaming as “abhorrent” and potentially a violation of torture prohibitions. Scheduled for December 3, this would be the first US military public execution since 1945 and the first livestreamed one…

UN condemns US plan to livestream execution of Texas Fort Hood base gunman →2 articles from Times of India on this story
Dawn10 Oct

President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about whether the US military will livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. The Pentagon initially confirmed plans to broadcast the firing squad execution live but Trump’s statements have cast doubt on this decision. Broad condemnation of the plan has come from various sectors including tech companies and human rights…

Trump sows doubt on plan to livestream US military execution →2 articles from Dawn on this story
Global News9 Oct

The Pentagon announced on Thursday that Nidal Malik Hasan’s firing squad execution at Fort Hood will be livestreamed, marking the first military execution in over 65 years. Scheduled for December 3, this announcement has sparked debate among legal experts regarding transparency and public scrutiny of capital punishment methods. Critics raise concerns about the defendant's dignity and motivations behind such a…

Pentagon says Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be livestreamed →
Euronews9 Oct

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the military will livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist convicted for killing 13 and injuring 32 at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. This will be the first such public execution since World War II. Hegseth stated that people need to understand there are serious consequences for such actions, though legal experts note potential…

US military will livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter →
Evening Standard9 Oct

A Cabinet minister expressed concern over US plans to execute former army major Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad on December 3, describing the livestreaming of the event as “disturbing.” Hasan was convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others during a shooting at Fort Hood military base in 2009. The minister emphasized that this is a matter for US domestic policy and noted opposition to the death penalty…

Public execution of US army major by firing squad ‘disturbing’ – Phillipson →
Mother Jones9 Oct

Donald Trump approved the first military execution by firing squad since 1945, set for December 3rd, involving Nidal Malik Hasan who carried out a massacre in Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. Pete Hegseth, announcing this decision, expressed enthusiasm about livestreaming the event to ensure public visibility, likening it to creating a "snuff film." Jim Craig, a veteran lawyer, criticized this move as emblematic of the…

Pete Hegseth Wants to Livestream a Snuff Film →
Los Angeles Times9 Oct

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to live-stream the December 3 execution by firing squad of Nidal Malik Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas in 2009. This decision has faced widespread condemnation from both Republicans and Democrats, as well as human rights officials, religious leaders, and legal experts, who view it as a form of punishment typically associated with authoritarian regimes…

U.S. plan to live-stream execution by firing squad draws bipartisan, international outrage →
The Bulwark14 Oct

The article discusses developments in Ukraine, featuring a recording from The Bulwark’s live video where Ben Parker and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) analyze Russia's attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, the tension between Washington and Kyiv, and how Ukraine is impacting Russian forces strategically. They also critique aspects of the Trump administration's approach to the situation in Ukraine.

Command Post: Trump Reportedly Wavering on Livestreamed Execution (w/ Margaret Donovan) →
Semafor15 Oct

President Donald Trump reversed his defense secretary's plan to livestream the execution of a former military officer following significant criticism. Over 70 retired military leaders denounced the proposal as "barbaric." The article highlights that public executions in the US have not occurred since 1936, and mentions that Iran and Afghanistan are among the few countries still conducting them regularly. Critics…

Trump cancels plans for execution livestream after blowback →

Analysis

Agreed

AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • Nidal Hasan will be executed at Fort Hood, the same location where he committed his mass shooting in 2009.37
  • The execution method of firing squad was approved by President Trump and recommended by defense secretary Pete Hegseth.14
Quoted from the coverage (4)

Hasan was left partially paralysed and confined to a wheelchair from being shot by police upon his arrest.

15 outlets

The last military execution took place in 1961, when former soldier John Bennett was hanged for the rape of an 11-year-old girl.

13 outlets

War Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed Thursday the execution will be made public before a War Department official confirmed the event will be livestreamed for the world to watch.

13 outlets

The military hasn't executed a servicemember by firing squad since the Second World War.

12 outlets

Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • While some outlets report that the execution will be livestreamed, others state that this plan has been reversed by President Trump.45

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • The Independent focuses on Trump ordering the firing squad execution, while The New York Post emphasizes the specific date and location of Hasan’s execution.13
  • BBC highlights a survivor's opinion on livestreaming the execution, whereas Fox News reports public sentiment regarding Trump's decision to cancel the livestream.67
Attributed to a source3
Stated as fact10
Words to watch (5)

U.S. plan to live-stream execution by firing squad draws bipartisan, international outrage Los Angeles Times

Trump clears way for Fort Hood terrorist to face Army firing squad nearly 17 years after massacre Fox News

Public execution of US army major by firing squad ‘disturbing’ – Phillipson Evening Standard

Daughter of Fort Hood victim slams Hegseth’s plan to livestream terrorist’s execution: ‘Nothing to do with justice’ New York Post

Pete Hegseth says firing squad execution of Fort Hood terrorist will be made 'public' Daily Mail

How it changed

Expected · 8 OctWASHINGTON, Oct 8 - The US will livestream the Army's upcoming firing squad execution on December 3 of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in a 2009 shooting spree, a Pentagon official said, in what would be an unprecedented move.
What happened · 9 OctA former US Army sergeant who survived the mass shooting on Fort Hood has said that while he supports the execution of the gunman by firing squad, he is concerned about it being livestreamed.
  1. 5 Oct

    Hasan, an Army major who was given preferential treatment solely because of his Muslim religion and Arab ethnicity, murdered 13 Americans and wounded 33 others at Fort Hood, Tex., on Nov. 5, 2009.

    19 outlets · New York Post
  2. 6 Oct

    US President Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist who shot dead 13 people at a military base in 2009, the Pentagon said on Monday.

    18 outlets · South China Morning Post
  3. 8 Oct

    US to live stream firing squad execution of military base shooter Nidal Hasan

    17 outlets · South China Morning Post
  4. 9 Oct

    The last public execution in the U.S. appeared to take place 90 years ago in 1936.

    8 outlets · CBS News
  5. 10 Oct

    Trump’s comments came a day after he told reporters that he “absolutely” approved the livestream plan announced earlier in the week, which has drawn skepticism and criticism from members of his own party.

    4 outlets · NBC News
  6. 15 Oct

    Trump said the execution can be viewed in person by immediate families of the victims, “if they so choose”.

    5 outlets · Sydney Morning Herald
  7. 16 Oct

    His execution is set to be the first U.S. military execution in over six decades.

    7 outlets · Fox News

Coverage 146 articles

Where to start Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed NPR

Suggested from 27 outlets (4 flagged as leaning left, 6 right): one of the fuller accounts, no political position was found in its wording and its publisher is declared as reporting rather than commentary.

  • 16 Oct Americans back Trump's decision against livestreaming Nidal Hasan's firing squad executionFox News Digital reports on public sentiment regarding President Trump's decision to halt the livestreaming of Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad. The article highlights that most Americans interviewed by Fox News were supportive of Trump's reversal, citing concerns about making a spectacle and potential negative impacts on national image. While some viewed Trump’s change as an attempt to save face from…Fox News
  • 16 Oct US President calls off execution livestreamPresident Donald Trump decided to cancel his plan to broadcast online the execution by firing squad of the former US Army psychiatrist who was convicted for murdering 13 people at a military facility in Texas. The article does not provide specific details about why the livestream was cancelled or when this decision was made.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 16 Oct Trump scraps plan to livestream firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan after widespread criticismPresident Donald Trump canceled plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan after facing widespread criticism. The decision reverses a controversial move by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had announced intentions to make the December 3 execution at Fort Hood public. Critics from both political parties, religious leaders like the Catholic Church, and international figures including the United…National Post
  • 15 Oct Trump cancels plans for execution livestream after blowbackPresident Donald Trump reversed his defense secretary's plan to livestream the execution of a former military officer following significant criticism. Over 70 retired military leaders denounced the proposal as "barbaric." The article highlights that public executions in the US have not occurred since 1936, and mentions that Iran and Afghanistan are among the few countries still conducting them regularly. Critics…Semafor
  • 15 Oct Trump praised by Fort Hood survivors for scrapping ‘barbaric’ Nidal Hasan execution livestreamPresident Donald Trump received praise from Fort Hood survivors for canceling plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, set for December 3, 2026. Survivors Alonzo Lunsford and Julia Wilson expressed relief, arguing that broadcasting the execution could turn it into a spectacle and provide propaganda for terrorist groups. Trump allowed immediate family members of victims to witness the execution in person but…New York Post
  • 15 Oct Fort Hood survivors praise Trump for scrapping Hasan execution livestream: ‘We’re not barbaric’Survivors of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting praised President Donald Trump for reversing his decision to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, set for December 3, 2026. Alonzo Lunsford and Julia Wilson, both victims of the attack, expressed concerns that broadcasting the execution could glorify violence and provide propaganda for terrorist groups. They welcomed the change in policy but emphasized their support for…Fox News
  • 15 Oct Trump, after bipartisan backlash, says Pentagon won't livestream execution of Fort Hood shooterPresident Trump announced that the Pentagon will no longer livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, following widespread criticism. The original plan for a public streaming on December 3 had drawn bipartisan backlash and concerns about its impact on radicalization efforts. Trump justified his initial support for the livestream as potentially serving as a deterrent but conceded to public…Toronto Star
  • 15 Oct Trump says Ford Hood shooter’s military execution will not be livestreamedPresident Donald Trump announced on October 15, 2026, that the execution of Nidal Hasan would not be livestreamed but would instead allow immediate family members of victims to view it in person. Trump cited concerns from many Americans and religious leaders about broadcasting the execution, which is scheduled for December 3, 2026. Hasan, a former U.S. Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in…The Hindu
  • 15 Oct Trump cancels livestream for Fort Hood shooter's firing squad execution in brutal blow to Pete HegsethPresident Donald Trump canceled Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's decision to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former U.S. Army major who carried out a deadly attack on Fort Hood in 2009. Initially, Hegseth planned for the state execution by firing squad to be made public and potentially live streamed, but after facing backlash from politicians and voters—80 percent of whom opposed streaming it…Daily Mail
  • 15 Oct Trump calls off livestream for Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squadUS President Donald Trump has canceled plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former US army psychiatrist convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 and injured 32. Originally intending to use it as a deterrent, Trump cited concern over public reaction but confirmed the execution by firing squad will proceed without being streamed online. Families of victims will be allowed to witness the…BBC
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  • 15 Oct Trump announces execution of Fort Hood terrorist Nidal Hasan will not be livestreamedPresident Trump announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, set for December 3, will no longer be livestreamed. Initially considering it as a deterrent to terrorism, Trump reversed his decision after concluding that many people prefer not to witness such events visually. The execution by firing squad will proceed as planned but only family members and victims of Hasan’s 2009 attack can choose to watch if they wish.New York Post
  • 15 Oct Trump rules out livestream for Nidal Hasan firing squad executionPresident Donald Trump has decided against livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting. Initially, the Pentagon had planned to allow public viewing through a livestream, but Trump reversed this decision on Truth Social, stating that while streaming could serve as a deterrent to terrorism, many Americans would prefer not to witness it. The execution by firing squad…Fox News
  • 15 Oct Trump says military execution will not be livestreamedPresident Donald Trump announced on October 15 that the planned execution of Nidal Hasan would not be livestreamed but could be viewed by immediate family members of victims in person. Trump justified his decision, noting concerns from various groups and polls indicating public opposition to streaming the event. The execution is scheduled for December 3 and will proceed as a firing squad, reflecting Trump's view…The Straits Times
  • 15 Oct Trump says government won’t livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump announced that the government will not livestream the firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 and injured 32 at Fort Hood. This decision reverses a previous announcement by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump stated that while streaming the event could serve as a deterrent to terrorism, many people prefer not to witness it. Instead, the families of the victims will have the…NBC News
  • 15 Oct Trump administration abandons plan for livestream of executionPresident Trump announced that the Pentagon would no longer livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad, reversing an earlier decision due to criticism from both parties and reluctance expressed by Vice President JD Vance. The original plan was met with concern over potential radicalization, though Trump argued it could serve as a deterrent against terrorism. The scheduled execution remains set for…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 15 Oct Trump announces Nidal Hasan execution 'will not be streamed'President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others during a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, will not be streamed live online despite earlier contemplation that streaming it could serve as a deterrent against terrorism. In his social media post, Trump stated the execution by firing squad would proceed but would not be made…ABC News (US)
  • 15 Oct Trump cancels plan to livestream execution following global condemnationPresident Donald Trump decided to cancel his plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan via a firing squad following significant international criticism. Initially, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had indicated that watching the execution would serve as a deterrent against terrorism. However, Trump conceded in a post on Truth Social that public broadcasting of the execution might upset many people and thus…The Guardian
  • 15 Oct Trump says execution of Fort Hood shooter won't be streamedPresident Trump announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, will not be streamed live, reversing an initial Pentagon plan that had drawn significant criticism. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated his original belief that streaming the execution would serve as a deterrent but acknowledged opposition from many concerned citizens who do not want to witness it visually…CBS News
  • 15 Oct Pentagon will not livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter: TrumpPresident Donald Trump announced on social media that the Pentagon will not livestream the execution by firing squad of the Fort Hood shooter, in response to bipartisan criticism. The decision was shared on Truth Social following public opposition from both political parties.CBC
  • 15 Oct Trump says execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamedPresident Donald Trump stated on Thursday that the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people and injured 32 others at Fort Hood, will not be livestreamed. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Hasan as an evil traitor but acknowledged concerns from well-meaning individuals about broadcasting the execution. While the execution by firing squad remains scheduled to proceed, immediate family members of victims…Washington Examiner
  • 15 Oct For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandateDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, a convicted mass shooter from 2009, suggesting public execution would deter future attacks. Some religious scholars criticize this idea as aligning with extreme Christian nationalist views within Hegseth's Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches. These scholars argue that such proposals push societal norms and reflect ideas far…NPR
  • 15 Oct Retired US generals call on Pentagon to cancel 'barbaric' execution livestreamSeventy-two retired US military leaders, including 45 generals and 12 admirals, have written an open letter urging the government to cancel plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3. The letter argues that broadcasting the execution would violate constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment and turn a solemn act into a spectacle that could harm US military…BBC
  • 14 Oct Command Post: Trump Reportedly Wavering on Livestreamed Execution (w/ Margaret Donovan)The article discusses developments in Ukraine, featuring a recording from The Bulwark’s live video where Ben Parker and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) analyze Russia's attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, the tension between Washington and Kyiv, and how Ukraine is impacting Russian forces strategically. They also critique aspects of the Trump administration's approach to the situation in Ukraine.The Bulwark
  • 14 Oct Execute Nidal Hasan by firing squad, but don’t make it must-see-TVThe U.S. government plans to execute Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter responsible for killing 13 and injuring 32 in 2009, by firing squad on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. President Trump approved Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s order, who chose this method and timing to mirror Hasan's attack. The execution will be livestreamed, raising questions about whether it sends a strong message against terrorism or…Washington Examiner
  • 13 Oct Trump officials now leaning against livestreaming Fort Hood shooter's execution, sources sayThis article appears to have a mismatch between its title and content. The title discusses a shift in policy regarding the livestreaming of an execution at Fort Hood by Trump administration officials. However, the provided text is unrelated and mentions hackers raising temperatures in refrigerators at a French supermarket. There are no details about the original topic in the given text.CBS News
  • 13 Oct Trump officials now leaning against execution livestream: sourcesTrump administration officials are reconsidering plans to livestream the upcoming execution of Nidal Hasan, an Army major convicted for killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. The Pentagon had initially indicated public viewing would be allowed, but there is now pressure from Congress and other groups against broadcasting the event. President Trump has not made a final decision as of Tuesday; sources say he and his…CBS News
  • 13 Oct Australia news LIVE: Albanese wants to block livestream of US execution in Australia; Chalmers says progressives have to take One Nation’s rise seriouslyPrime Minister Anthony Albanese is attempting to prevent the livestreaming of a US execution by firing squad within Australia, calling it "completely abhorrent." Treasurer Jim Chalmers warned that progressives need to address economic hardship seriously, as voters are turning to the far-right One Nation party. Cornell University has suspended social events at fraternity houses until the end of the academic year due…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 13 Oct Daughter of Fort Hood victim slams Hegseth’s plan to livestream terrorist’s execution: ‘Nothing to do with justice’Keely Cahill Vanacker, whose father was killed in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting by Nidal Malik Hasan, criticizes a plan to livestream Hasan’s upcoming execution. Speaking to CNN on Monday, Vanacker expressed concern that such broadcasting turns tragedy into entertainment and would not provide closure for victims' families. She believes that even those who view the execution as a form of justice do not want it…New York Post
  • 13 Oct Mike Johnson warns livestream execution could be ‘a recruiting tool for future terrorists’Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed concerns about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, set for December 3 by firing squad. Johnson fears that broadcasting the execution could serve as a recruitment tool for future terrorists and acknowledges that other colleagues share these reservations. The last public execution in the U.S…The Independent
  • 13 Oct Australia will do ‘anything we can’ to stop U.S. execution being shown online: PM AlbanesePrime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia expressed his government's determination to prevent the livestreaming of Nidal Hasan’s upcoming military execution from being accessible within the country. Scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, this execution would be the first by a U.S. military firing squad since 1945 and has drawn international criticism, particularly due to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's…The Hindu
  • 13 Oct House Speaker Mike Johnson voices opposition to livestreamed execution planned by HegsethMike Johnson, the House Speaker, expressed opposition to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s proposal to livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter via a firing squad. During an interview on CBS News with chief Washington analyst Robert Costa, Johnson aligned himself with other Republican leaders in rejecting the plan.CBS News
  • 12 Oct Even Mike Johnson is warning Trump not to livestream execution of Fort Hood attackerHouse Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed reservations about the Trump administration’s plan to broadcast the execution of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood gunman, via a firing squad. Johnson warned that video footage could be exploited as propaganda by terrorists and stated his intention not to watch it if it were aired. This stance makes him the highest-ranking Republican to voice concerns over the livestreaming…The Independent
  • 12 Oct US Homeland Security chief defends plan to livestream executionUS Department of Homeland Security chief Markwayne Mullin defended the plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, who is set to be executed by firing squad in December for killing 13 soldiers at Fort Hood military base. Mullin rejected concerns that the broadcast could fuel radicalization or elevate security risks. The proposal has drawn criticism from politicians and experts worried about its impact on…BBC
  • 12 Oct ‘Roman amphitheatre stuff’: Big tech, media warned over livestreamed US executionSocial media platforms and media outlets in Australia face pressure over plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan on December 3 by firing squad in the United States. Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has urged the government to prevent Australian access to this content through fines or other measures, citing concerns about its traumatic impact on viewers. The Department of Communications advises…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 12 Oct Trump's homeland security chief defends public execution of wheelchair-bound murderer as part of president's move to 'restore American values'Markwayne Mullin, the Department of Homeland Security secretary, defended the Pentagon’s decision to publicly execute Nidal Hasan, a wheelchair-bound former Army major convicted for killing 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas. Mullin stated that President Trump wants to restore American values and emphasized that those who attack America will face appropriate punishment without regard for the method of execution…Daily Mail
  • 12 Oct First a cage fight, now a livestreamed execution. America’s depravity knows no boundsThe article discusses two controversial events involving US politics and justice: a cage fight on the White House lawn for an ex-president's birthday and a proposed livestreamed execution of Army Major Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted in the Fort Hood shooting. The author expresses concern that such public spectacles demean democratic ideals and liken them to repressive regimes' practices. Critiquing both events as…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 11 Oct US homeland security chief dismisses security threat from livestreaming execution of Fort Hood shooterMarkwayne Mullin, the US Homeland Security chief, stated on October 11 that livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan would not pose a security threat to the United States. This came after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed broadcasting the military firing squad execution, scheduled for December 3, which has drawn criticism both domestically and internationally. Mullin dismissed concerns over potential…The Straits Times
  • 11 Oct Calls on federal government to block US execution live stream in AustraliaThe Australian Greens are urging the federal government to intervene and prevent a planned live stream of a firing squad execution in the United States from being accessible in Australia. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced intentions for public viewing of the December 3 execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, prompting Senator Sarah Hanson-Young to request assurances that such content will be blocked within the…ABC News (AU)
  • 11 Oct Mullin spurns martyrdom concerns from livestreamed execution: ‘No one has to watch’Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin dismissed concerns about livestreaming Nidal Malik Hasan’s execution, saying there is no “elevated risk” of radicalization and that those opposed do not have to watch it. During an interview on CBS News's Face the Nation, Mullin argued against sympathy for Hasan, who killed 14 people in a 2009 attack at Fort Hood. President Trump had initially suggested livestreaming the…Washington Examiner
  • 11 Oct Andy Burnham risks wrath of Trump by condemning 'abhorrent' US plan to livestream firing squad for terroristAndy Burnham has criticized an American plan to livestream the execution of convicted terrorist Nidal Hasan via a firing squad, calling it 'abhorrent.' The British Prime Minister's comments come after US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the live broadcast scheduled for December 3. Burnham stated his opposition during an appearance on Alastair Campbell’s podcast "The Rest is Politics," emphasizing that Britain…Daily Mail
  • 11 Oct DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin defends decision to livestream Fort Hood shooter's executionHomeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to defend the Pentagon's decision to livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter. He stated that individuals are not required to watch the event if they do not wish to.CBS News
  • 11 Oct Trump says he will 'make a decision' on Pentagon's plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's firing squad executionPresident Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he has not yet decided whether the upcoming firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, will be livestreamed. The Pentagon had confirmed earlier in the week that the military planned to broadcast the event online. In his statement, Trump noted two possible courses of action: either showing the execution as a deterrent or not…Fox News
  • 10 Oct Trump to make ‘decision ultimately’ on Ft. Hood execution livestreamPresident Donald Trump said he will make a final decision on whether to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, who is scheduled for execution by firing squad on December 3 for his role in the Fort Hood shooting that killed 14 people and wounded over 20 others. The president’s comments reflect his previous contradictory statements about the matter, with some critics arguing against public executions as a…Washington Examiner
  • 10 Oct Trump says he’ll decide whether to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has not yet decided whether to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter who killed 13 people and wounded over 20 others in 2009. On Saturday at the White House, Trump stated that there are two options: either not show it or broadcast it live, with the latter potentially serving as a deterrent to future violence. However, this decision faces significant opposition from…NBC News
  • 10 Oct Trump says he ‘wasn’t involved’ in plan to livestream execution of Fort Hood murdererPresident Trump stated during a visit to Syracuse that he was not involved in planning to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan but understands the decision to do so as a deterrent. Earlier, Trump had indicated approval for both the live-streaming and the execution itself. The article highlights Trump’s fluctuating stance on the issue, with his latest comments suggesting the broadcast plan remains unresolved while…New York Post
  • 10 Oct Veteran shot 7 times in Fort Hood massacre has a warning for Americans planning to watch executionAlonzo Lunsford, a survivor of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting by Army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, expresses his conflicted feelings about Hasan's upcoming execution scheduled for December 3, 2026. Lunsford, who was shot seven times and lost colleagues in the attack that killed 13 and injured 32 others, supports Hasan’s execution but warns against turning it into a public spectacle. He emphasizes the gravity of witnessing…Fox News
  • 10 Oct Fort Hood survivors speak out on Pentagon's decision to livestream Hasan's executionFort Hood survivors are responding to the Pentagon's decision to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people and wounded 32 in the 2009 shooting. Alonzo Lunsford, a survivor injured by Hasan, supports the execution but expresses concerns about broadcasting it online. He wants only survivors and families of those killed to view it, fearing it could be seen as a spectacle rather than a solemn event…ABC News (US)
  • 10 Oct Trump casts doubt on Pentagon plan to live stream Fort Hood shooter’s executionPresident Trump expressed doubt about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to live stream the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. The execution, which follows a death sentence for Hasan's 2009 shooting spree that killed 13 people, would be the first US military firing squad execution since 1945. Despite Trump’s support for the death penalty in this case, he left open whether the…South China Morning Post
  • 10 Oct Trump sows doubt on plan to livestream US military executionPresident Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about whether the US military will livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. The Pentagon initially confirmed plans to broadcast the firing squad execution live but Trump’s statements have cast doubt on this decision. Broad condemnation of the plan has come from various sectors including tech companies and human rights…Dawn
  • 10 Oct Vance expresses doubts about Pentagon plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's executionVice President J.D. Vance expressed uncertainty about whether the Pentagon will proceed with its plan to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan in December. When asked by reporters on October 20, 2026, Vance stated he did not think it would happen but acknowledged that if it were to go ahead, "I'm not going to be watching it." The article focuses on Vance’s reluctance and the broader…The Hindu
  • 10 Oct It’s ‘what jihadists do’: Plan to livestream U.S. military firing squad execution draws criticismCriticism has mounted over plans for the U.S. military to livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. Scheduled for December 3, this would be the first public military execution since 1945. Vice President JD Vance questioned whether the execution will indeed be livestreamed and stated he would not watch it. Representative Austin Scott and Senator Mark…National Post
  • 10 Oct Execution of Fort Hood gunman to be livestreamed, Pentagon saysThe Pentagon has announced that it will broadcast live online the military execution of the individual responsible for the 2009 shooting at Fort Hood. This move involves consultations with legal and ethical experts, such as Jon Gould from the University of California, Irvine, who provides analysis on the implications of this decision.CBS News
  • 10 Oct Backlash to livestream of firing squad execution
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  • 10 Oct Republican opposition widens to livestreamed execution; Trump still weighing the matterOn October 9, Republican lawmakers and religious leaders opposed a Pentagon plan to livestream the December 3 execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for killing 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas. US Vice President JD Vance expressed doubt about proceeding with the livestream, while President Trump remained undecided on the matter. Critics argue that broadcasting an execution would be disrespectful and…The Straits Times
  • 9 Oct The history of public executions in the U.S. amid Nidal Hasan's planned firing squad death
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  • 9 Oct Republicans divided over Pentagon's plan to livestream execution of Fort Hood shooterRepublicans are reacting to Pete Hegseth's announcement that the execution of Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed. The article focuses on the division within the Republican party regarding this decision. Ed O'Keefe provides the details of the controversy surrounding the plan.CBS News
  • 9 Oct Rep. Adam Smith calls Pentagon plan to stream Fort Hood shooter execution "barbaric and gratuitous"Rep. Adam Smith criticized the Pentagon's decision to live-stream the execution by firing squad of the individual convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting. In an interview with "The Takeout," Smith described the planned broadcast as "barbaric and gratuitous." The article focuses on Smith’s viewpoint regarding the transparency and ethics involved in broadcasting such an event.CBS News
  • 9 Oct Trump confirms Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be by firing squadPresident Trump announced that Nidal Malik Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter responsible for killing 13 people and injuring over 30 others in 2009, will face execution by firing squad. The Pentagon stated this execution would be public and livestreamed, though the White House has not yet confirmed these details.Al Jazeera
  • 9 Oct Vance unsure if Pentagon will livestream a prisoner's execution, but he won't be watchingJD Vance, U.S. Vice-President under Trump, expressed uncertainty on Friday about whether the Pentagon plans to livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people. Vance stated he would not watch it if it happens, raising questions about support within the administration for Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's proposal, which has faced criticism from…CBC
  • 9 Oct JD Vance says he won’t watch Pete Hegseth’s planned Fort Hood shooter execution livestreamJD Vance stated that he will not watch a planned livestream of the Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan’s execution scheduled for December. When asked about Pete Hegseth’s announcement regarding the broadcast, Vance expressed doubt about its actual implementation and indicated his personal disinterest in viewing it if it proceeds. The vice president also emphasized that discussions should focus on the severity of…The Independent
  • 9 Oct What to know about the Army’s plans to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooterThe Pentagon plans to livestream the execution of Maj. Nidal Hasan, who carried out a mass shooting at Fort Hood in 2009 that killed 13 and injured 32 others. Scheduled for December 3, 2026, by firing squad—a method not used since 1945—this decision has sparked debate over its symbolic significance and the implications of publicizing such an event. Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the military’s intention to…Washington Examiner
  • 9 Oct Watch: Can the Fort Hood shooter's execution be livestreamed?The US Department of Defense plans to livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers at Fort Hood in 2009. This would potentially be the first public execution in the United States in nearly a century. However, there are varying rules on recording and filming executions under state, federal, and military regulations that could affect whether this livestream actually happens.BBC
  • 9 Oct ‘Barbaric’: US lawmakers condemn plan to livestream Nidal Hasan’s executionUS lawmakers from both parties have condemned Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's plan to livestream the execution of former US Army Major Nidal Hasan by firing squad at Fort Hood military base on December 3 at 1pm local time. Lawmakers like Republican Senator Thom Tillis and Congressman Austin Scott criticized the decision, with Scott calling it a practice of "jihadists" rather than America. Democratic Senator Jack…Al Jazeera
  • 9 Oct U.S. plan to live-stream execution by firing squad draws bipartisan, international outrageDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to live-stream the December 3 execution by firing squad of Nidal Malik Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas in 2009. This decision has faced widespread condemnation from both Republicans and Democrats, as well as human rights officials, religious leaders, and legal experts, who view it as a form of punishment typically associated with authoritarian regimes…Los Angeles Times
  • 9 Oct The U.S. last held a public execution in the 1930s. The Pentagon wants to change thatThe Pentagon plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 at Fort Hood in 2009. Scheduled for December 3, this would be the first public military execution since World War II and the first live-streamed U.S. execution ever. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserts that making the event publicly viewable will emphasize serious consequences…NPR
  • 9 Oct Only 2 other countries hold public executions as U.S. plans first in 90 yearsNidal Hasan, convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people, will be publicly executed by firing squad on December 3, marking the first such public execution in the U.S. in nearly 90 years. The Department of Defense announced it would livestream the event, drawing criticism from some who argue that public executions are typical of oppressive regimes like Iran and Afghanistan. Only two other…CBS News
  • 9 Oct Trump silent on Pentagon plan to live-stream execution of Fort Hood shooterPresident Trump has not commented on the Pentagon's plan to live-stream the upcoming military execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. While Trump previously stated that Hasan would face execution by firing squad, he did not address the decision to broadcast it publicly. Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticized this move as inappropriate for America and likened it to practices of…The Straits Times
  • 9 Oct Vance expresses doubts about Pentagon plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's executionVice President JD Vance expressed uncertainty about whether the Pentagon will livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan in December. When asked by reporters if he would watch the livestream, Vance said, “I’m not going to be watching it.” He also noted that while the Pentagon has confirmed plans for a public broadcast, he is unsure these plans will actually come to fruition.Toronto Star
  • 9 Oct UN condemns US plan to livestream execution of Texas Fort Hood base gunmanThe United Nations has criticized the US plan to broadcast online the upcoming execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan, who murdered 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric described such livestreaming as “abhorrent” and potentially a violation of torture prohibitions. Scheduled for December 3, this would be the first US military public execution since 1945 and the first livestreamed one…Times of India
  • 9 Oct Trump backs public firing squad execution of Fort Hood killer: ‘Deserves it’President Trump endorsed the Department of War’s decision to execute Army Major Nidal Hasan by firing squad for his role in the Fort Hood shooting that killed 14 soldiers and wounded many others. The president noted that the execution would be livestreamed to the public, emphasizing that Hasan deserves the death penalty due to his actions. Pentagon officials confirmed that the execution will take place on December 3…New York Post
  • 9 Oct Explainer-Is it legal for the US to livestream the Fort Hood shooter's execution?The Pentagon announced on October 9 that it would livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. This raises legal questions about broadcasting executions since US law generally prohibits recording or broadcasting federal prison system executions but lacks a similar ban for military ones. Five states allow death by firing squad, and it is not considered "cruel and…The Straits Times
  • 9 Oct Pete Hegseth Wants to Livestream a Snuff FilmDonald Trump approved the first military execution by firing squad since 1945, set for December 3rd, involving Nidal Malik Hasan who carried out a massacre in Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. Pete Hegseth, announcing this decision, expressed enthusiasm about livestreaming the event to ensure public visibility, likening it to creating a "snuff film." Jim Craig, a veteran lawyer, criticized this move as emblematic of the…Mother Jones
  • 9 Oct Trump silent on Pentagon plan to livestream executionPresident Donald Trump has not commented publicly on the Pentagon's plan to livestream the upcoming military execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. While Trump previously stated that Hasan would face final justice, he did not address the controversial decision by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to broadcast the execution online. Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticized this move…The Straits Times
  • 9 Oct Fort Hood survivor questions livestreamed execution of shooterAlonzo Lunsford, a survivor of the Fort Hood mass shooting in Texas from 2009 where Nidal Hasan killed 13 people, questions the Pentagon’s decision to livestream Hasan's upcoming firing squad execution on December 3. War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the plan, which has drawn criticism from lawmakers and other groups for turning the event into a public spectacle. Lunsford supports the execution itself but…Washington Examiner
  • 9 Oct Explainer: How the US plan to livestream an execution compares with global practiceThe U.S. military plans to livestream the December 3 execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. This would be a first, as death penalty experts consulted by Reuters confirm there has never been a known public broadcast or livestream of an official execution before. The article explores how this practice contrasts with global trends towards conducting…The Straits Times
  • 9 Oct US to livestream Fort Hood shooter’s execution: Is that legal?​The Pentagon announced on Thursday that they will livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted Fort Hood shooter, by firing squad. This method of execution is rare; it was last used by the military in 1945. The execution, scheduled for December 3 at 1pm local time (18:00 GMT) at Fort Hood, Texas, where the shooting took place, has raised legal concerns about potential violations of US and international…Al Jazeera
  • 9 Oct Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks backlashThe Pentagon plans to livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, an ex-Army major convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed this decision on Thursday, stating that publicizing the execution is necessary for accountability. However, critics, including Republican Senator Thom Tillis and Democratic Senator Chris Murphy, have condemned the move as…CBS News
  • 9 Oct Fort Hood survivor will be at Nidal Hasan’s public execution to ‘look at him in his eyes’Sergeant Alonzo Lunsford, who survived being shot seven times during the Fort Hood shooting in 2009, stated his intention to witness Nidal Hasan’s public execution by firing squad scheduled at a Texas location. Lunsford expressed a desire for Hasan to see him before he is executed and conveyed no sympathy towards the perpetrator who killed 13 soldiers and wounded many others. The planned execution marks the first…New York Post
  • 9 Oct Shock after news that Fort Hood shooter's execution could be livestreamedPentagon officials have announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former Army major convicted for murdering thirteen individuals at Fort Hood, may be broadcast live online. This decision has prompted shock and debate among observers.CBS News
  • 9 Oct Fort Hood shooter's firing squad execution to be livestreamed, Pentagon saysThe Pentagon announced that the execution of former U.S. Army officer Nidal Malik Hasan will be carried out via a firing squad and livestreamed online. Hasan was convicted for carrying out a shooting at Fort Hood in 2009, resulting in the deaths of 13 individuals. Charlie D'Agata reports on this development.CBS News
  • 9 Oct Execution live stream could cause PTSD in viewers, say psychiatristsMental health experts warn that livestreaming the upcoming execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad could cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in viewers. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to broadcast the execution on December 3rd, making it likely the first public execution in the United States in nearly a century. Forensic psychologist Dr. Simon Duff and Professor Neil Greenberg from King’s…The Guardian
  • 9 Oct Pete Hegseth accused of violating international law and compared to ISIS over Fort Hood killer's livestreamed executionPete Hegseth, acting as Acting Secretary of Defense, proposed livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. This suggestion has drawn criticism from various political figures and the UN human rights office, with many comparing it to ISIS tactics and deeming it a violation of international law. Republican Senator Thom Tillis and Democratic Senators Chris Murphy and Jon Ossoff…Daily Mail
  • 9 Oct Survivor of Fort Hood massacre says he agrees with executing terrorist by firing squad - but opposes Trump's plan to livestream the killingFormer US Army sergeant Alonzo Lunsford, who survived the Fort Hood massacre in 2009 where gunman Nidal Hasan killed 13 soldiers, supports executing Hasan by firing squad but opposes livestreaming it publicly. Lunsford told the BBC that while a firing squad is appropriate for Hasan’s crimes, broadcasting the execution would be inappropriate and could negatively affect younger viewers. US Defense Secretary Pete…Daily Mail
  • 9 Oct Public execution of US army major by firing squad ‘disturbing’ – PhillipsonA Cabinet minister expressed concern over US plans to execute former army major Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad on December 3, describing the livestreaming of the event as “disturbing.” Hasan was convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others during a shooting at Fort Hood military base in 2009. The minister emphasized that this is a matter for US domestic policy and noted opposition to the death penalty…Evening Standard
  • 9 Oct Pete Hegseth Vows to Livestream Execution of Fort Hood Shooter
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  • 9 Oct Pentagon plan to livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter prompts fierce political backlash – US politics liveThe Pentagon plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, on December 3rd. This would be the first military execution in over six decades and has drawn strong criticism from both Democratic and Republican politicians. Critics argue that publicizing such an event is reminiscent of oppressive regimes and undermines American values.The Guardian
  • 9 Oct Hegseth promises execution live stream as Trump appears to ‘pause’ war on Iran | First ThingDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Nidal Hasan's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed next month, marking a significant change from past practices. This decision has drawn criticism, with Senator Chris Murphy claiming the Pentagon is hiding the war’s true costs and consequences. Meanwhile, President Trump suggested he would “pause” military action against Iran until after the midterm elections…The Guardian
  • 9 Oct Fort Hood survivor supports gunman's execution by firing squad but questions livestreamAlonzo Lunsford, a survivor of the Fort Hood mass shooting in 2009, has expressed support for Nidal Hasan's execution by firing squad but is concerned about it being livestreamed. Lunsford was shot seven times and believes that other methods like lethal injection would be too lenient for Hasan, who killed 13 people. While he agrees with the chosen method of execution, Lunsford questions whether a public broadcast…BBC
  • 9 Oct Pete Hegseth says execution of Fort Hood mass killer will be livestreamed – videoPete Hegseth announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, will be livestreamed when carried out by a firing squad on December 3rd. A defense department official later confirmed this information. This will mark the first US military execution in over 60 years.The Guardian
  • 9 Oct Countries around the world consider blocking livestream of US executionNew Zealand’s Classification Office said it lacks the authority to prevent internet users from watching a livestream of the planned execution of former Army major Nidal Hasan, convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting in Texas. Rights groups are calling on governments globally to intervene as the Pentagon announced the unprecedented live broadcast of an execution by firing squad. New Zealand’s Chief Censor Caroline…The Independent
  • 9 Oct Firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed, Pentagon saysThe Pentagon has announced that it will livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad on December 3, marking the first such public broadcast for a state-sanctioned killing in the U.S. since 1945. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated during an interview with Jack Posobiec that this move aims to make people understand the serious consequences of actions like those taken by Hasan, who killed 13 and…The Independent
  • 9 Oct US public executions were once a community spectacle. The country thought they stoppedThe Pentagon announced plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the first military execution in over 65 years, scheduled for December. This move recalls earlier periods when public executions were common spectacles in the U.S., drawing crowds in Kentucky and Missouri during the 1930s. Professor Michael L. Radelet notes that these events often featured communal activities like sermons and choirs…The Independent
  • 9 Oct US military will livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooterUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the military will livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist convicted for killing 13 and injuring 32 at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. This will be the first such public execution since World War II. Hegseth stated that people need to understand there are serious consequences for such actions, though legal experts note potential…Euronews
  • 9 Oct Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamedThe Pentagon announced that the firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people and injured 32 others, will be livestreamed. Scheduled to take place at Fort Hood on December 3, this marks the first military execution in over 65 years. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth initially described the event as "public," prompting questions about transparency and the…NPR
  • 9 Oct US to livestream Army firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon saysThe US Department of Defense plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, a former army psychiatrist who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. Scheduled for December 3, this would be the first live broadcast of an execution in the United States and only the second military execution since 1961. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been instrumental in pushing for the public nature of the execution…Dawn
  • 9 Oct Pentagon to livestream Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution on December 3The Pentagon plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people and injured 32 others, on December 3 at Fort Hood. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the decision, stating it would serve as a deterrent for future crimes. This move raises legal and ethical concerns, with no known precedent of any country livestreaming an execution…Times of India
  • 9 Oct Execution TV? Pete Hegseth has taken the once ‘greatest democracy’ to a horrific new low | Paul DaleyPaul Daley expresses shock at Pete Hegseth’s announcement that the United States will live-stream the military firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan on December 3, describing it as a new moral low for America under the Trump administration. The article criticizes this move as turning state-sanctioned killing into entertainment and questions where such actions might lead in the future, urging political leaders to…The Guardian
  • 9 Oct Pentagon will live stream Fort Hood shooter's execution, Hegseth saysPete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, announced that the Pentagon plans to live stream the execution of Nidal Hasan, who carried out a shooting at Fort Hood military base, by firing squad. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reported this news, followed by legal analysis from contributor Jessica Levinson.CBS News
  • 9 Oct Execution of Fort Hood shooter to be livestreamed
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  • 9 Oct Pentagon expected to livestream Fort Hood shooter's firing squad executionDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, an ex-Army major convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people, will be livestreamed on December 3. A Pentagon official confirmed this plan to CBS News.CBS News
  • 9 Oct U.S. military to livestream firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooterThe Pentagon will livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter who killed 13 people in 2009, scheduled for December 3, 2025. This marks the first military execution since 1961 and the first use of a firing squad since World War II. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that the execution will be public to demonstrate serious consequences for such acts, reflecting a shift towards…National Post
  • 9 Oct Pentagon says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamedPentagon spokespersons announced that the firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted for a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood where he killed 13 and injured 32 others, will be livestreamed. Scheduled for December 3, 2026, this marks the first military execution by firing squad since World War II. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the public nature of the event during an interview on a conservative TV…The Hindu
  • 9 Oct Hegseth says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be ‘public’Pete Hegseth, United States Defense Secretary, declared that Nidal Hasan's execution will be public, allowing people to watch via livestream. Hasan, convicted of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed thirteen people, is scheduled for a firing squad execution at 1pm on December 3rd at Fort Hood. Hegseth stated this decision would ensure understanding of severe consequences for such crimes but specifics about…Al Jazeera
  • 9 Oct Pentagon says Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be livestreamedThe Pentagon announced on Thursday that Nidal Malik Hasan’s firing squad execution at Fort Hood will be livestreamed, marking the first military execution in over 65 years. Scheduled for December 3, this announcement has sparked debate among legal experts regarding transparency and public scrutiny of capital punishment methods. Critics raise concerns about the defendant's dignity and motivations behind such a…Global News
  • 8 Oct Pentagon confirms Fort Hood terrorist's firing squad execution will be livestreamed: 'Details will follow'The Pentagon announced that the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, a convicted terrorist responsible for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting which killed 13 and injured 32, will be livestreamed online. The execution by firing squad is set for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, marking the first military execution in over six decades. President Trump approved this method following a recommendation from War Secretary Pete Hegseth…Fox News
  • 8 Oct US to live stream firing squad execution of military base shooter Nidal HasanPentagon chief Pete Hegseth announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former army psychiatrist convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others at Fort Hood in 2009, will be live streamed to ensure public access. The firing squad execution is scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood. Hegseth emphasized the need for transparency and public understanding of serious consequences for such crimes while speaking…South China Morning Post
  • 8 Oct Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamedPentagon spokespersons announced that the firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted for killing 13 people and injuring 32 others in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, will be livestreamed on December 3. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the event would be public after speaking to Real America’s Voice News aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. Pentagon officials clarified later that more details about the…Toronto Star
  • 8 Oct Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon saysUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Nidal Hasan's execution by firing squad at Fort Hood, Texas, will be livestreamed for the public to watch. This marks the first military execution since World War II and is set to occur on December 3rd. Hasan, a former US Army major who killed 13 soldiers in 2009, admitted his guilt during his court-martial but claimed he acted out of religious conviction.BBC
  • 8 Oct US to livestream firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooterThe Pentagon plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people and injured 32 others. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the decision during an interview with Real America’s Voice News on Wednesday, stating it would be public, scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood. While Trump has previously criticized public executions in Iran, he approved…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 8 Oct Pentagon says firing squad’s execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamedDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Nidal Hasan's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed for public viewing on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. This comes after Hasan was convicted of a mass shooting there in 2009 and sentenced to death through the Army court system. The last military execution occurred in 1961; this would mark the first since then and the first firing squad execution by the…NBC News
  • 8 Oct ‘Public’ execution by firing squad for military base shooter Nidal Hasan, says US’ HegsethUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution for his role in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting, which killed 13 people and wounded 30 others, will be public, according to a video shared by Pentagon accounts on October 8. Speaking aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, Hegseth emphasized the need for serious consequences for such acts. The Pentagon confirmed that President Trump approved…The Straits Times
  • 8 Oct Pentagon says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamedWar Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Pentagon will livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, a former U.S. army officer convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people and injured 32 others. The firing squad execution is scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood; it marks the first such military execution since World War II. Hegseth stated that the execution would be public, allowing viewers…CBC
  • 8 Oct US to livestream Army execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon official saysThe US Department of Defense plans to livestream the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist convicted for killing 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. This would be the first public military execution since World War II and is scheduled for December 3. Pentagon officials confirmed the plan but did not provide additional details, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated his…The Straits Times
  • 8 Oct Hegseth says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamedDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Nidal Malik Hasan’s execution by firing squad will be livestreamed as part of former President Donald Trump's initiative to resume federal executions. Scheduled for December 3, this marks the U.S. military’s first use of a firing squad since 1945. Hasan, convicted in 2013 for killing 13 and injuring 32 at Fort Hood in 2009, is the subject of renewed focus on capital…The Independent
  • 8 Oct Hegseth says execution of Fort Hood shooter will be a public eventPete Hegseth announced that Nidal Hasan’s execution will be livestreamed as a public event at Fort Hood, Texas, on December 3, carried out by a firing squad. This case involves the 2009 shooting at Fort Hood where Hasan killed 13 people and wounded dozens more; he was sentenced to death in 2013 after exhausting his appeals last year. The Pentagon plans this execution, the first military one since 1945, amid debate…The Guardian
  • 8 Oct Pete Hegseth says firing squad execution of Fort Hood terrorist will be made 'public'Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on Thursday that the US government plans to make public the execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for killing 13 soldiers and wounding over 30 in a mass shooting at Fort Hood in November 2009. Scheduled for December 3, this will be the first public firing squad execution since World War II, with Hegseth stating that it will serve as an example of…Daily Mail
  • 8 Oct Hegseth says Hasan execution will be publicPete Hegseth, Secretary of Defense, announced on Thursday that Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad scheduled for December at Fort Hood will be made public to ensure people understand there are serious consequences for such actions. He stated this during an interview with Human Events, emphasizing the visibility and public nature of the event.ABC News (US)
  • 8 Oct Fort Hood survivor shot in head vows to watch terrorist face historic firing squadRetired Staff Sgt. Alonzo Lunsford, who survived being shot multiple times including in the head during a 2009 terrorist attack at Fort Hood, plans to attend the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad scheduled for December 3, 2026. President Donald Trump approved this method of execution; it would be the first military execution since 1961 and the use of a firing squad since 1945. Lunsford believes watching…Fox News
  • 8 Oct Army mass shooter Nadal Hassan’s execution will be public, carried out by ‘soldiers with rifles’ at Fort Hood: HegsethPete Hegseth, Secretary of War, announced that Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad will be public at Fort Hood, the same base where he committed mass murder in 2009, killing 13 people and wounding 32 others. Hegseth stated that the execution will take place on a Thursday at one o'clock, matching the time of the original attack, with soldiers carrying out the firing squad. Hasan, convicted and sentenced to death…New York Post
  • 8 Oct U.S. army moves to execute man convicted in 2009 deadly Fort Hood rampage by firing squadThe U.S. Army plans to execute Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, for the 2009 shooting that killed 13 people. Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle announced this decision following President Donald Trump's approval in October. The army has not provided details about who will be part of the firing squad or what specific procedures they will follow, sparking questions among…CBC
  • 7 Oct Trump approved the military's 1st firing squad execution since WWII. Why now?President Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, the former U.S. Army psychiatrist who killed 13 people in a shooting rampage at Fort Hood, Texas, in November 2009. Scheduled for December 3, this will be the first military execution since World War II and follows recent debates over lethal injection methods due to botched executions like Tennessee's failed attempt with Christa Pike…NPR
  • 7 Oct Fort Hood mass killer learns when he will face firing squadActing Secretary of the U.S. Army Adam Telle announced that Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan will be executed by firing squad on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas. President Donald Trump had approved this sentence earlier, marking the first military execution since 1961. In 2009, Hasan killed thirteen people and wounded over thirty others during a shooting spree in a medical facility at Fort Hood while shouting "Allahu…The Independent
  • 7 Oct Fort Hood jihadist Nidal Hasan set to die by firing squad this year for killing 13 in first military execution in 65 yearsNidal Malik Hasan, the former Army major who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in a 2009 shooting rampage, is set to be executed by firing squad on December 3. This will mark the first US military execution since 1961 and the second use of a firing squad since 2010. President Donald Trump approved the execution after Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed it. Hasan claimed his actions were motivated by anger over…Daily Mail
  • 7 Oct Fort Hood killer Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad at same military base where he carried out mass shooting as date’s setArmy Secretary Adam Telle announced on Tuesday that convicted Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad at 1 p.m. on December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, the same location where he killed 12 US service members and one civilian in November 2009. The method of execution was recommended by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and approved by President Trump. During his attack, Hasan shouted "Allahu Akbar"…New York Post
  • 7 Oct Firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan scheduled for DecemberAdam Telle, the acting secretary of the U.S. Army, announced that Army Major Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted for killing 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, is scheduled to be executed by firing squad on December 3 at Fort Hood.Toronto Star
  • 7 Oct Firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan set for DecemberActing Army Secretary Adam Telle announced that Nidal Hasan, convicted of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting where he killed 14 people including an unborn baby and injured 32 others, will be executed by firing squad on December 3 at 2 p.m. EST at Fort Hood. President Donald Trump authorized the execution following a recommendation from War Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hasan’s sentence was initially handed down in 2013 after he…Washington Examiner
  • 6 Oct Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan to be executed Dec. 3, email statesFormer Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 people and injured 32 others, has been scheduled for execution by firing squad on December 3, 2026, according to an email sent to victim families. The decision was made by President Trump after being recommended by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This will mark the first military execution since 1961 and the method chosen deviates…CBS News
  • 6 Oct Fort Hood mass shooter could be executed by firing squadThe Trump administration has approved the use of a firing squad for the execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in a mass shooting at Fort Hood in 2009. CBS News reporter Charlie D'Agata covers this decision.CBS News
  • 6 Oct Fort Hood shooter to be executed by firing squad: All to knowPresident Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Malik Hasan, a former U.S. Army major convicted for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting where he killed thirteen people and wounded thirty-two others. The last military execution in the United States occurred in 1961, making this decision highly unusual. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the…Al Jazeera
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood attacker Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has ordered the use of a firing squad for the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people during a shooting at Fort Hood in 2009. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced that this method was approved along with recommendations from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This would be the first US military execution by firing squad since 1945 and the only…Al Jazeera
  • 6 Oct Trump orders military base mass shooter to be executed by firing squadPresident Donald Trump has ordered former Army major Nidal Hasan to be executed by firing squad for his 2009 mass shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, which killed 13 people and injured 32 others. The method was recommended by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and approved by Trump; Hasan will become the first person in the U.S. to face a military firing squad since World War II. This execution aligns with recent federal…The Independent
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad for Army Major Nidal Hasan, who was convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 and injured over 30. The last military execution occurred in 1961; now four men are on military death row, including Hasan. This decision follows Trump’s broader efforts to resume federal executions after a long moratorium, with the U.S. executing 13 people…The Hindu
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has signed off on executing Army Major Nidal Malik Hasan via firing squad for his role in a 2009 attack at Fort Hood, Texas. This decision pertains specifically to Hasan’s lethal assault that occurred over a decade ago.Toronto Star
  • 6 Oct Fort Hood shooter to be executed by firing squad, in first since World War TwoThe Pentagon has decided to execute former US Army major Nidal Malik Hasan, responsible for a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood that killed 13 soldiers and injured 32 others, by firing squad. This will be the first military execution using this method since World War II. The decision was approved by President Donald Trump following a recommendation from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Hasan admitted his actions during his…BBC
  • 6 Oct Ex-Army major who killed 13 at Fort Hood set to be executed by firing squadNidal Hasan, a former U.S. Army major and psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009, is set to face execution by firing squad. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the method, which President Donald Trump approved; it would be the first such military execution since World War II. Hasan was found guilty of premeditated murder and sentenced to death after he shouted “Allahu akbar”…NBC News
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution for US military base shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted for shooting dead 13 people at Fort Hood military base in Texas in 2009. This decision marks the first US military execution since 1961 and follows a recommendation from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Pentagon spokesperson announced that the Army will determine the details of the execution, including time and…South China Morning Post
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution for convicted US military base shooterUS President Donald Trump has approved the execution of Nidal Hasan, a former US Army psychiatrist convicted for the 2009 shooting attack at Fort Hood, Texas, which killed 13 people and wounded over two dozen others. This will be the first military execution since 1961, carried out by firing squad as recommended by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hasan was sentenced to death in 2013 for an Al-Qaeda inspired mass…ABC News (AU)
  • 6 Oct Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan to be executed by firing squad, Pentagon saysPentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced that former Army Major Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad, as approved by President Trump and recommended by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hasan was convicted in 2013 of murdering 13 people and injuring more than 30 others during a shooting at Fort Hood in 2009. This execution would mark the first for an American service member since 1961 and one of few using a…CBS News
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing-squad execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon saysDonald Trump approved the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was sentenced to death for killing 13 soldiers at Fort Hood in 2009, by US army firing squad. Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell announced this decision on X, stating that defense secretary Pete Hegseth had recommended and Trump had approved the method of execution. Hasan will be the first US soldier executed by military means in over six decades for his…The Guardian
  • 6 Oct Pentagon to execute convicted Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squadThe Pentagon has decided to execute Nidal Hasan, convicted of the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting which killed 13 and wounded 32 others, by firing squad. This will be the first military execution in over six decades. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended and President Donald Trump approved the execution; however, details such as timing and location have yet to be finalized according to Army policy guidelines.ABC News (US)
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad execution of 2009 Fort Hood shooter Nidal HasanPresident Donald Trump has approved the execution of Nidal Hasan, the soldier convicted for a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood that killed 13 people and wounded 32 others. The decision follows a recommendation by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth; Hasan will be executed by firing squad as per military protocol. This marks the first soldier execution following a court-martial since 1961. Hasan, convicted on 14 counts including…Washington Examiner
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad for convicted US military base shooter: PentagonPresident Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad for Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people and injuring more than two dozen others at Fort Hood military base in Texas in 2009. This will be the first US military execution since 1961. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced that Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth had recommended this method, which Trump approved. Hasan's…The Straits Times
  • 6 Oct Trump clears way for Fort Hood terrorist to face Army firing squad nearly 17 years after massacrePresident Trump has approved the use of an Army firing squad to execute Nidal Malik Hasan, who killed 13 people and injured 32 others during a shooting at Fort Hood in 2009. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced this decision on Monday, nearly 17 years after the incident. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth had recommended the execution, which will now proceed once the Army secretary sets its time and place.Fox News
  • 6 Oct Trump approves death by military firing squad for former US soldier who committed 2009 terror attack at Fort HoodPresident Donald Trump has approved the use of a military firing squad for the execution of Nidal Hasan, the former US soldier convicted of killing 13 and injuring 32 people during a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood. Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell announced that this will be only the second time since 2010 that the military has used a firing squad for execution. Hasan, who claimed his actions were motivated by…Daily Mail
  • 6 Oct Trump approves firing squad for Fort Hood killer Nidal Hasan’s execution after Pete Hegseth’s recommendationPentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced on X that President Donald Trump has approved death by firing squad for Nidal Malik Hasan, who was convicted of killing 12 US service members and one civilian and wounding 32 others during his attack at Fort Hood in November 2009. The recommendation came from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, and the Army will determine the time and place of the execution.New York Post
  • 5 Oct Fort Hood jihadist faces death — now Washington must purge its policy of liesThe United States Army is preparing to recommend the execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 service members and wounded 33 others during his 2009 attack at Fort Hood. The article argues that President Trump should order Hasan's death as justice but also criticizes past administrations for their handling of Islamic radicalism, suggesting government policies enabled Hasan's actions by downplaying the threat he posed…New York Post

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