Catholics in US Army must not participate in firing squad

Archbishop Timothy Broglio urged Catholic soldiers not to participate in the planned livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan. He criticized the plan, questioning if the US wants to "imitate the terrorists" by making the execution a public spectacle. Broglio emphasized that any Catholic assigned to the firing squad should request an exemption due to Church teachings.

The proposal by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked backlash, with concerns about its impact on young viewers. This would be the first livestreamed execution in the US, raising ethical questions. Broglio highlighted the military's good reputation and asked if publicizing the execution serves any real value.