Hegseth plans livestreamed execution of Fort Hood shooter, signaling shift to public violence display

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Fort Hood shooter's execution will be livestreamed, marking a first in U.S. federal executions and reflecting a broader administration trend of showcasing raw power. The move raises legal and ethical questions, as no federal execution has ever been broadcast live. This development signals a potential normalization of public state violence, with implications for domestic and international perception of U.S. justice.