Vice President Vance Questions Pentagon Plan to Livestream Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution

Vice President JD Vance casts doubt on Pentagon's plan to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, calling it a 'barbaric promotion o...

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October 10, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Hebron, Ky. — Vice President JD Vance expressed skepticism about the Pentagon’s plan to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, saying he would not watch the event if it proceeds.

Vance, a Catholic convert who opposes capital punishment, told reporters that while he believes Hasan’s crimes should not be forgotten, he questioned whether the public execution would actually take place. The Pentagon confirmed the plans for the first military execution in over 65 years, which has sparked controversy and condemnation from religious leaders.

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The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops criticized the decision, calling it a ‘barbaric promotion of a culture of death.’ Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the military has not executed a service member by firing squad since World War II. Trump, who approved the execution, called Hasan ‘a maniac,’ but did not address the livestreaming plans.

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