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Hegseth's group reprimanded for making noise at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were loudly reprimanded by a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard for making noise during a Veterans Day wreath-laying at Arlington National Cemetery.
- The incident occurred after the ceremony when a member of Hegseth's group audibly laughed, prompting the sentinel to demand silence and respect.
- It remains unclear who laughed or if Hegseth himself made any noise during the visit.
- The Pentagon emphasized that the Secretary and Department consistently honor military sacrifices and that the soldier's reminder was appropriate and respectful.
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier honors unidentified American service members, with sentinels maintaining a 24-hour guard as a symbol of solemn respect.
