On October 15, 2026, President Donald Trump announced his decision to oppose plans for livestreaming the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter. This decision deviates from the wishes of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
In a statement on Truth Social, President Trump described Hasan as “a very bad and evil man” and reaffirmed that Hasan would indeed face the firing squad. However, he emphasized that the execution would not be streamed live, citing his belief that while it might act as a deterrent, many individuals would prefer not to view the event, either through streaming or any visual medium.
“He will die, as scheduled, by firing squad, but this event will not be streamed,” stated the president. “Many very good and well-meaning people would rather not watch him die.”
President Trump further noted that the immediate families of victims would have the opportunity to witness the execution in person, should they choose to do so, asserting they have the right to “witness JUSTICE.”
Hasan was responsible for the deaths of 13 individuals and injuries to over 30 others during a shooting rampage at Fort Hood, Texas in 2009.
On October 8, Defense Secretary Hegseth expressed his intent to publicly broadcast Hasan’s execution, proposing it as the first public execution in the U.S. in decades. However, both President Trump and Vice President JD Vance expressed opposition shortly afterward. Concerns were also raised by former military leaders regarding the proposal.
This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided.
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