No. 54 · Thursday, October 8, 2026
The Army announced its first military execution by firing squad since 1945 will occur in December. Who is the condemned man?
Why
Major Nidal Malik Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist, will be executed on December 3 at Fort Hood for killing 13 people and wounding 32 in a 2009 shooting. (NYT)
NYTIn Iowa's first Senate debate this week, which two candidates faced off in this top battleground race?
Why
Republican Representative Ashley Hinson and Democrat Josh Turek sparred over Medicaid, term limits and other policy issues in the debate on Wednesday. (NYT)
NYTCalifornia's governor is considering a dramatic clemency action affecting how many death row inmates?
Why
Governor Gavin Newsom has ramped up talks about sparing the lives of all 563 prisoners currently on California's death row, following the botched execution attempt in Tennessee. (NYT)
NYTPresident Trump proposes converting part of his West Palm Beach golf club into what kind of presidential facility?
Why
Trump says he wants to turn part of his private West Palm Beach golf club into a retreat for future presidents and their guests, similar to Camp David near Washington, and potentially make it the permanent presidential golf course. (ABC News)
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