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Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon says

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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks ahead of US President Donald Trump at Anduril Industries in Sparrows Point, Maryland, on October 6, 2026.

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Pentagon announces livestream for Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad

Overview

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has stated that the upcoming execution of former US Army major Nidal Hasan by firing squad will be livestreamed to the public. Hasan was convicted of the 2009 shooting at Fort Hood which left 13 US soldiers dead, marking the first military execution in over 60 years.

Key points

  • The execution of former US Army major Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed to the public.
  • Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the decision ensures people understand the serious consequences of such actions.
  • Hasan was convicted of fatally shooting 13 unarmed US soldiers at Fort Hood in 2009.
  • This will be the first US military execution in more than 60 years.
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