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Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
CNN • • general
Key Points:
- A US Army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his senior advisers for laughing and talking near the memorial after a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
- The sentinel reminded the group to maintain silence and respect at all times, emphasizing the solemnity of the site, which honors an unknown soldier killed in World War I.
- Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed the soldier's correction was respectful and noted the Department of Defense’s commitment to honoring military sacrifices.
- Hegseth, who recently faced but overcame an impeachment attempt over alleged unlawful military actions, attended the ceremony alongside President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
- The incident follows previous controversies involving Hegseth and Trump regarding appropriate conduct at Arlington National Cemetery, with both continuing to receive support from their political allies.
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