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Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington tells US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group to maintain silence and respect after they take photos and are heard laughing. Grouped from 7 articles across 5 sources.

7 reports5 sourcesNov 12, 2026, 7:15 AM
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EuronewsNov 12, 2026, 7:15 AM

Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington tells US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group to maintain silence and respect after they take photos and are heard laughing.

BBC NewsNov 11, 2026, 9:43 PM

Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Following a ceremony marking Veterans Day, a group that included Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was shouted at to be quiet.

Al JazeeraNov 12, 2026, 12:42 AM

Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Guard at memorial site can be heard yelling at group to 'maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times'.

The Globe and MailNov 11, 2026, 10:11 PM

Hegseth, staff reprimanded by guard for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Video shows Hegseth taking photos in front of the tomb when a loud laugh is heard, leading soldier to issue verbal reprimand

Al JazeeraNov 12, 2026, 12:18 AM

Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

An army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Arlington National Cemetery has reprimanded Hegseth.

The GuardianNov 11, 2026, 11:00 PM

Hegseth and aides scolded by guard for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Group attending Veterans Day ceremony sharply reminded by sentinel to maintain ‘silence and respect’ at sacred site A US army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier loudly reprimanded the embattled US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, and his top staffers on Wednesday, after some in the group were heard laughing and talking near the memorial following a Veterans Day ceremony. According to video captured by the TV network pool, Hegseth was with his wife, Jennifer, chief of staff Ricky Buria, deputy chief of staff Patrick Weaver and senior adviser and deputy assistant Tami Radabaugh walking up the steps in front of the memorial after posing for pictures. A laugh is audible, prompting the guard to yell: “All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times.” Hegseth looked over his shoulder in the direction of the soldier as he continued walking up the steps. Continue reading...

The Globe and MailNov 11, 2026, 10:55 PM

Hegseth, staff admonished by soldier at Arlington National Cemetery

A soldier called for visitors to Arlington National Cemetery to maintain 'silence and respect,' after hearing laughter from a group of people, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who were visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day.

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