SOMEHOW, IT’S TRUMP’S FAULT

Real event · politics · 2026-10-15

Trump's Disturbing Influence on Military Justice

Final verdict announced: October 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET

Satire

The extreme prosecution of the sourced event.

What actually happened

Real headline

Trump calls off livestream of Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad

Trump said some would "rather not watch" the killing of Nidal Hasan.

Original reporting

Sources

• BBC News — Trump calls off livestream of Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad — 2026-10-15
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What the record shows

the first military execution in over 60 years.

The extreme prosecution

Opening Argument

The prosecution argues that Trump's decision to call off the livestream of Nidal Hasan's execution is a clear indication of his disturbing influence over military justice. The prosecution alleges that this is not merely a matter of personal preference but a calculated move to shield his supporters from the grim realities of military accountability.

Exhibit A: The Plausible Link

The prosecution submits that by suggesting some would 'rather not watch' the execution, Trump is attempting to normalize a culture of avoidance regarding the consequences of heinous acts. In the prosecution's theory, this avoidance is a direct reflection of Trump's own history of evading accountability.

The Domino Effect

The prosecution imagines a future where military executions are hidden from public view, leading to a desensitized society that no longer values justice.

The Hidden Danger

The prosecution urges that by sanitizing such events, Trump is fostering a dangerous disconnect between the military and the American public.

Closing Argument

The prosecutor alleges that Trump's actions are not just a personal choice but a deliberate strategy to manipulate public perception.

Verdict

The prosecution alleges: The prosecution believes that this is a clear attempt to undermine military justice in favor of his own political narrative.

Prosecution exhibits

1. Prosecution theory: Trump's influence on military justice is alarming.
2. Prosecution theory: Avoidance of accountability is a dangerous precedent.
3. Prosecution theory: This could embolden future criminals.

Reality Check

Trump said some would 'rather not watch' the killing of Nidal Hasan.

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