NEW : The judge rejects standby counsel 's request . Comment: We believe we are doing something that is morally repugnant . The decision triggers a fight with the defense counsel . Admitted Fort Hood gunman `` is working towards a death penalty , '' lawyer says . Hasan faces a death sentence if convicted of 13 killings and 32 attempted murder counts .
NEW : The judge rejects standby counsel 's request . Comment: The decision triggers a fight with the defense counsel . Admitted Fort Hood gunman `` is working towards a death penalty , '' lawyer says . Hasan faces a death sentence if convicted of 13 killings and 32 attempted murder counts .