Soldier reprimands US war secretary Pete Hegseth at Arlington Cemetery
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth was publicly reprimanded by a soldier at Arlington National Cemetery after his entourage laughed and talked near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier following a Veterans Day ceremony. The sentinel on duty interrupted the group, which included Hegseth and his wife, shouting that all visitors must maintain silence and respect. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell defended the soldier's actions, stating the secretary honors military sacrifices. The incident occurred a day after House Republicans blocked an impeachment effort against Hegseth, led by Representative Thomas Massie. Democrats criticized his behavior, while President Trump praised Hegseth, though the impeachment effort could be revived when Democrats take control of the House in January.