Trump halts livestream plan for Fort Hood shooter’s execution
Trump, after bipartisan backlash, says Pentagon won't livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the Pentagon will cease livestreaming the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan. The decision came after bipartisan criticism and Vice President JD Vance stated he would not watch the execution. Trump claimed that broadcasting the execution could deter others from committing terrorist acts.
The scheduled execution date is December 3, 2020. The Pentagon can allow immediate family members of the victims to view the execution in person. The announcement sparked controversy, with both Republicans and Democrats expressing concerns over potential radicalization. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth initially announced the public livestream, which led to backlash from various quarters.
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