The U.S. military will livestream the first execution in 65 years, as the Pentagon announced the public viewing of Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution. The event, set for December 3, 2026, marks a significant shift in military procedures.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the execution would be public, stating it would be 'public' as per his directive. The execution of Hasan, who killed 13 people in 2009, will take place at Fort Hood. The last military execution by firing squad was in 1945.
The decision has sparked controversy, with Sen. Thom Tillis calling the livestreaming 'beyond disgusting.' The Pentagon clarified the execution will be livestreamed, with no further details provided. The White House referred questions to the Pentagon.
The execution of Hasan, a convicted shooter, is a rare event in U.S. military history, with the last such execution dating back to 1945. The decision to livestream the event has raised ethical concerns, with some questioning the appropriateness of public viewing.