U.S. Defense Secretary's group scolded for laughing at Arlington's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's group was verbally reprimanded by a guard for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day. The incident occurred on November 11 as Hegseth, his wife, and senior aides gathered for photos after a wreath-laying ceremony. The guard loudly reminded the group to maintain silence and show respect, with video showing the party then departing the memorial. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Hegseth's office always honors military sacrifices and called the guard's actions "completely correct and respectful." President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump also attended the nearby ceremony.


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