Hegseth honors soldier who called out his group at Arlington National Cemetery

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a medal Thursday to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias, who rebuked him for violating decorum outside the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. Hegseth praised the soldier for upholding standards. In a viral video, Iglesias shouted at Hegseth, his wife, and aides for taking pictures and talking on the memorial steps, demanding silence and respect. The Tomb is a sacred site guarded 24 hours daily, honoring three unknown American service members. Hegseth, a former Army National Guard officer, survived a House impeachment attempt this week, which he called a farce. Democrats, who won Congress, have pledged to investigate his military leadership and may pursue further action.