Army sentinel scolds Hegseth for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth and his advisers were scolded by a U.S. Army sentinel for laughing while posing for pictures at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, an incident captured on television after a Veterans Day ceremony. The sentinel yelled that all visitors must maintain silence and respect, prompting the group, which included Hegseth's wife and senior staff, to turn away. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said a soldier correctly reminded everyone to maintain decorum, and that Hegseth always honors military sacrifices. The incident follows House Republicans blocking an impeachment effort against Hegseth over unauthorized overseas operations, including the war in Iran. President Donald Trump, who attended the ceremony, has repeatedly backed Hegseth despite calls from some Republicans to replace him.