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Trump Approves Firing-Squad Execution of Nidal Hasan

By Drooid · Oct 6, 2026, 6:48 PM UTC · How we work

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Revival of Firing Squad

U.S. President Donald Trump approved a firing-squad execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan on Oct. 5 2026.
The approval revives a firing-squad method the Army avoided for over 60 years, sparking debate and marking the first military killing by firing squad since 1945.
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell posted on X that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the firing-squad.
Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle will set the execution’s time and location.

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Hegseth Declares Justice

U.S. President Donald Trump approved a firing-squad execution for former Army Major Nidal Hasan, the 2009 Fort Hood shooter.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth framed the decision as justice, posting the word “Justice” on X, signaling resolve after the 2009 tragedy.
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell announced the approval on X, citing the need for accountability.
The Secretary of the Army will set the execution’s time and location, first since 1961.

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Revival of Firing Squad

U.S. President Donald Trump approved a firing-squad execution of former Army Major Nidal Hasan on Oct. 5 2026.
The approval revives a firing-squad method the Army avoided for over 60 years, sparking debate and marking the first military killing by firing squad since 1945.
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell posted on X that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the firing-squad.
Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle will set the execution’s time and location.

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