The Economic Times

Nidal Hasan execution: What happened the last time the US held a public execution in 1936?

In a historic and controversial move, the US military plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, convicted for the Fort Hood shooting, on December 3. This unprecedented act raises significant ethical questions regarding the death penalty's portrayal. Experts emphasize that no execution has ever been broadcast live, and potential legal challenges could further complicate the execution timeline.