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Trump cancels public execution, but a line may already have been crossed

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PUBLISHEDOct 15, 2026, 9:00 AM
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Defense Secretary Hegseth's announcement of a livestreamed execution elicited reactions of disgust and condemnation from some faith leaders and politicians. But within his church, it's not an outlier. (Image credit: Jim Watson)
Main source: NPR
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