Pete Hegseth's entourage reprimanded at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's entourage was reprimanded by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day visit for laughing and talking loudly, an incident captured on video and confirmed by the Pentagon. The Pentagon acknowledged the guard acted appropriately in reminding the group, which included Hegseth's wife and senior advisers, to maintain silence and respect at the memorial. It remains unclear who caused the disruption, and no formal disciplinary action was taken against Hegseth. The incident sparked political criticism from Democrats, including Congresswoman Gwen Moore, amid heightened scrutiny of Hegseth's leadership. Guards at the site are authorised to issue verbal warnings to any visitor breaching strict decorum rules, regardless of rank.