Trump Cancels Livestream of Hasan Execution

President Donald Trump said Thursday, October 15, that the planned livestream of Nidal Hasan’s execution will not go ahead, reversing a broadcast plan announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The execution remains scheduled for December 3, 2026, by firing squad, according to the Pentagon’s schedule. Trump’s announcement changes the planned broadcast, not the execution date or method. Trump said in a social media post that victims’ immediate family members may attend in person if they choose. He described a livestream as potentially serving as a deterrent, but said many people would prefer not to watch Hasan die. His remarks do not establish that broadcasting the execution would deter future attacks. Hegseth had announced the public broadcast the previous week, saying people would be able to watch. The proposal drew criticism from lawmakers in both parties and from religious leaders. Vice President JD Vance had voiced reservations and said he would not watch if the execution were livestreamed. The reversal follows that public opposition, though Trump’s announcement did not provide additional details about family attendance or viewing arrangements. A Washington Post-ABC...