Watch the moment Pete Hegseth is reprimanded by a guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Reported by Independent TV ·
Guard calls for quiet
The guard told visitors to preserve an atmosphere of silence and respect. The incident took place on Wednesday 12 November.
Pentagon responds
A Pentagon spokesman said the soldier had appropriately and respectfully reminded those present to maintain decorum. The statement supported the guard’s intervention. Hegseth was visiting the burial site as part of the annual Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony. President Trump was also there.
Hegseth’s political backdrop
The visit came a day after a failed attempt to impeach Hegseth. The article linked that effort to last week’s poor Republican midterm results. Frustration over the Iran war was described as one factor behind the election results.
Key points
- A guard called for silence and respect after laughter was heard from Hegseth’s group.
- The visit took place at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday 12 November.
- The Pentagon said the soldier’s reminder was appropriate and respectful.
- Hegseth attended the Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony alongside President Trump.