Vance casts doubt on whether execution livestream ‘is actually going to happen’ as more Republicans join outcry – US politics live

Vice President JD Vance has expressed skepticism regarding the Pentagon's plan to livestream the upcoming execution of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter, scheduled for December 3, 2026. While Vance condemned Hasan's actions as a major terrorist attack, he stated he would not watch the broadcast if it occurred. The proposed livestream, announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has faced bipartisan criticism from lawmakers and religious organizations, while major social media platforms face questions regarding their policies on broadcasting graphic violence.

Vice President JD Vance has expressed skepticism regarding the Pentagon's plan to livestream the upcoming execution of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter, scheduled for December 3, 2026. While Vance condemned Hasan's actions as a major terrorist attack, he stated he would not watch the broadcast if it occurred. The proposed livestream, announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has faced bipartisan criticism from lawmakers and religious organizations, while major social media platforms face questions regarding their policies on broadcasting graphic violence.