Guard reprimands Pete Hegseth's group for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were reprimanded by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Wednesday after laughter was heard during a Veterans Day visit to Arlington National Cemetery. The sentinel yelled, "All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times," after audible laughter from Hegseth, his wife, and staffers. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the soldier "correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum." The incident occurred a day after Hegseth narrowly avoided impeachment, with House Republicans blocking the effort. Former GOP congressman Adam Kinzinger called the behavior "truly abhorrent" and said Hegseth is "completely unqualified for the job."