Vance says he wouldn't watch livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution
Updated on: October 9, 2026 / 8:13 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Vice President JD Vance is doubtful that the Pentagon will livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter.
- Vance stated he would not watch the execution if it is livestreamed.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the execution to be public and viewable, drawing criticism.
- Nidal Hasan killed 13 people and wounded over 30 in a 2009 attack at Fort Hood.
- President Trump supports the execution by firing squad but has not commented on the livestream aspect.