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Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded his group at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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Key Points:
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal for his actions at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day, November 11, 2026.
- Iglesias reprimanded members of Hegseth's group for making noise near the Tomb, emphasizing the need for silence and respect during the solemn occasion.
- Hegseth publicly praised Iglesias on social media, highlighting the soldier's commitment to maintaining military standards and decorum.
- The incident occurred following a Veterans Day event attended by Hegseth, President Trump, and other officials at Arlington National Cemetery.
- Pentagon officials reaffirmed their respect for military sacrifices and supported Iglesias' enforcement of proper conduct during the commemoration.
