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Fort Hood Shooter's Execution to Be Public

Updated 2026-10-08 20:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the public will be able to watch the execution of the Fort Hood shooter by firing squad. This marks a significant change in U.S. military policy regarding capital punishment.

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Pete Hegseth says public can watch Fort Hood shooter's execution

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday the public will be able to watch the execution of the Fort Hood shooter by firing squad.Why it matters: The U.S. hasn't held a pu

2026-10-08 20:16 UTC