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15 October 2026

For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandate

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For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandate

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)

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