Hegseth and team reprimanded by Army guard at solemn war memorial
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his entourage were reprimanded by an Army guard for laughing and talking at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred during a Veterans Day observance where officials also discussed the administration's stance on the Iran war.
Why it matters
Highlights a breach of protocol by a high-ranking government official at a sacred national site, drawing public attention to decorum and military respect.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Grace Eliza Goodwin Watch: Moment Hegseth is reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and members of his team were admonished by an Army guard at the Arlington National Cemetery after he and his entourage appeared to violate the solemn war memorial's rules for decorum.
A video of the Veterans Day observance event shows Hegseth, his wife and senior advisers laughing and talking while posing for photos in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
The Army sentinel on duty then steps towards Hegseth and his group and yells: "All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times."
Rules on etiquette at the cemetery dictate that visitors speak quietly and do not engage in disrespectful or disorderly conduct.
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