WorldPingThe Pentagon announcement that it plans to livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter in December has generated an outcry from public officials and religious figures, including the president of the U.S.
Conference of Catholic Bishops.
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FCC Chairman Declines To Say Whether Broadcast Outlets Should Be Allowed To Air Live Execution, But It’s Doubtful Networks Would Show It Anyway
‘Barbaric’: Catholic Leader Condemns Hegseth’s Plan for Public Execution
Channing Dungey Extends Deal at Skydance As Head of Warner Bros. TV Group and U.S. Networks
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WorldPingNo surprise here: With Channing Dungey opting to remain with Warner Bros. TV Group, she is believed to have sealed a deal with its new parent company, Skydance.
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