Top Stories · October 9, 2026
Republicans divided over Pentagon's plan to livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter
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The Pentagon has confirmed that the upcoming execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed. Scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, this event marks the first U.S. military execution since 1961 and the first by firing squad since 1945. The decision, approved by President Trump following a recommendation by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has prompted debate among lawmakers, including public criticism from some Republicans and House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith.
The Pentagon has confirmed that the upcoming execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed. Scheduled for December 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, this event marks the first U.S. military execution since 1961 and the first by firing squad since 1945. The decision, approved by President Trump following a recommendation by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has prompted debate among lawmakers, including public criticism from some Republicans and House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith.