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Trump officials now leaning against livestream of execution, sources say
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Trump administration officials are reconsidering livestreaming the execution of ex-Army Major Nidal Hasan, convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009, despite earlier Pentagon plans to make it public.
- President Trump has not made a final decision on the matter, with discussions ongoing amid pressure from Congress and public figures opposing the live broadcast.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth initially supported a public execution by firing squad, emphasizing the need for transparency about the consequences of such crimes.
- Several top Republicans, including Vice President JD Vance, have voiced opposition to livestreaming the execution, with Vance stating he would not watch if it were broadcast live.
- Trump indicated on Tuesday that the decision is still under consideration as he prepared to attend a campaign rally in Alaska.
