Trump cancels livestream of Fort Hood shooter’s execution
What Happened
US President Trump said the planned firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan, convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009, will not be livestreamed, reversing an earlier plan backed by Defense Secretary seth. The execution remains scheduled for December 3, 2026, while immediate family members of the victims may view it in person if they choose.
Key Takeaways
The decision follows significant opposition to broadcasting the execution. Hasan is set to be executed by firing squad at Fort Hood, Texas; Reuters previously reported that it would be the first US military firing-squad execution since 1945.