Army Sentinel Reprimands Pete Hegseth and Advisers for Laughing at Tomb of the Unknown
A US Army guard reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his staff for laughing during a solemn Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
POLICY WIRE — ARLINGTON, VA — A US Army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier confronted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his companions for failing to maintain proper decorum during a Veterans Day memorial service. The incident occurred on November 11 at Arlington National Cemetery, where the group had gathered to honor those who died in service.
According to reports, Hegseth, accompanied by his wife and several high-level aides, was observed laughing while the ceremony was underway. The duty sentry immediately intervened, informing the group that their behavior was inappropriate for the sacred nature of the location.
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The reprimand underscores the strict protocols of silence and respect required of all visitors to the historic site. While the specific details of the conversation were not released, the guard’s action ensured that the gravity of the memorial service was preserved.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
