Trump officials now leaning against livestream of execution, sources say

Updated on: October 13, 2026 / 7:44 PM EDT / CBS News

Trump officials now leaning against livestream of execution, sources say

TL;DR

  • Trump administration officials are reportedly reconsidering allowing the execution of Nidal Hasan to be livestreamed.
  • The Pentagon had previously stated that the execution would be public.
  • There is opposition from Congress and within the administration due to concerns about the broadcast becoming a recruitment tool for terrorists.
  • President Trump has not made a final decision, stating "We're looking at it."
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had expressed support for making the execution public to show consequences.