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A Pentagon spokesman said the soldier had “correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum”.

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Pete Hegseth and his top staffers were reprimanded by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier after laughter was heard from the group.1

The guard yelled at the group to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect.12

The Pentagon spokesman stated that the soldier had correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum.2

Pete Hegseth later awarded a medal to the soldier who reprimanded him and his entourage.34

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  1. Hegseth and aides scolded by guard for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier The Guardian, 11 Nov
  2. Watch moment Pete Hegseth reprimanded by guard at Tomb of Unknown Soldier The Independent, 12 Nov
  3. Soldier who scolded Hegseth's entourage at Tomb of Unknown Soldier receives special honor from Pentagon chief Fox News, 12 Nov
  4. Pete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him at memorial site Global News, 12 Nov
  5. Pete Hegseth’s Veterans Day disrespect: Letters to the Editor — Nov. 14, 2026 New York Post, 13 Nov
  6. Stunning moment Pete Hegseth and his staff screamed at by guard for laughing during solemn Veterans Day memorial: 'Pay respect!' Daily Mail, 11 Nov
  7. ‘Silence!’ Guard yells at Hegseth’s group for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Sydney Morning Herald, 11 Nov
  8. Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Al Jazeera, 12 Nov
  9. 'Well done, specialist': Hegseth honours soldier who scolded his team at war memorial Times of India, 13 Nov

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  • Daily Mail reported that Hegseth faced impeachment charges over the Iran war and other accusations, including military strikes that killed civilians without legal process.67
  • Al Jazeera reported that critics accused Hegseth of overseeing unlawful actions, including the US-Israel war on Iran without seeking congressional authorization.8
  • The Guardian reported that Hegseth narrowly survived an impeachment attempt by lawmakers, with Republicans banding together to derail the effort.18
  • Times of India reported that Hegseth faces renewed impeachment threat as Democrats are set to take control of both the House and Senate in January.9

What happened

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"As shown in the photos, Secretary Hegseth welcomed the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, the Old Guard, to the Pentagon where he proudly awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal for the execution of his duties at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on November 11, 2026," the official said.

15 of 28 outletsfirst reported 12 Novwording from Fox News

“All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times!” a US Army sentinel yelled loudly, in response to audible laughter and chatter.

14 of 28 outletsfirst reported 11 Novwording from The Straits Times

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington national cemetery is one of the most sacred war memorials in the country, marking the final resting place of an unknown soldier who was killed in the first world war.

16 of 28 outletsfirst reported 11 Novwording from The Guardian

Footage of the Memorial Day reprimand shows Hegseth posing for photos on the steps in front of the tomb with his wife, Jennifer, his chief of staff, Ricky Buria, deputy chief of staff Patrick Weaver and senior advisor Tami Radabaugh.

15 of 28 outletsfirst reported 11 Novwording from Global News

What each outlet says

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New York Post13 Nov

This opinion piece analyzes an incident where Spc. Thomas Iglesias of the Old Guard publicly reprimanded Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for laughing and chatting near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The author highlights how the Secretary responded by inviting Iglesias to the Pentagon the following day to receive a Joint Service Commendation Medal for upholding military standards. Beyond the…

Why an Army specialist had the guts to scold the secretary of defense →4 articles from New York Post on this story
The Independent12 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias of the 3rd Infantry Regiment, also known as The Old Guard, for reprimanding a group, including Hegseth, for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on November 11, 2026. The incident occurred after Hegseth and his entourage attended a Veterans Day ceremony and was met with…

Hegseth gives medal to soldier who reprimanded his group for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →3 articles from The Independent on this story
NBC News12 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth and his guests for their behavior at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The incident occurred when Iglesias ordered the group to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect while they were talking and taking pictures, an action the Pentagon describes as a…

Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him at Arlington National Cemetery →3 articles from NBC News on this story
BBC13 Nov

BBC’s Bernd Debusmann reports on an incident where a sentinel at Arlington National Cemetery reprimanded a group including US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony. The Pentagon later honored the sentinel, Specialist Thomas Iglesias, with a Joint Service Commendation Medal for enforcing cemetery rules. The article explains the historical context and importance of maintaining…

Military cemetery decorum: The tradition behind Hegseth's Veterans Day reprimand →3 articles from BBC on this story
The Guardian12 Nov

Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias a Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding Hegseth and his team for laughing and talking near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day visit. The incident occurred at Arlington National Cemetery, where Iglesias, while on duty, enforced the strict code of silence and respect required at the site. This recognition took place…

Pete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →3 articles from The Guardian on this story
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ABC News (US)12 Nov

A soldier named Spc. Thomas Iglesias, who was on duty at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's group for laughing after taking photos during a Veterans Day ceremony. The incident occurred when Hegseth’s group, including Trump, was photographed near the tomb, and Iglesias enforced the rule of…

Soldier who admonished Hegseth group at Arlington Cemetery awarded a medal →3 articles from ABC News (US) on this story
Daily Mail12 Nov

Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of War, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias with a Joint Service Commendation Medal after Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his group for laughing during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Hegseth posted on social media to praise Iglesias, who had reminded them to maintain silence and respect. The Pentagon spokesperson noted that the award…

Pete Hegseth tucks tail between legs as he awards 'patriot' who yelled at him during Veterans Day ceremony: 'Well done' →2 articles from Daily Mail on this story
Washington Examiner12 Nov

On Thursday, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth awarded a medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias, who had earlier gone viral for yelling at a noisy group, believed to be led by Hegseth, to be quiet while Iglesias was on duty at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The incident occurred the previous day and was broadcast live on television, drawing public attention to Iglesias's actions in…

Hegseth awards medal to Arlington Guard sentinel who shouted at his party to keep quiet at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →2 articles from Washington Examiner on this story
Fox News12 Nov

Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth’s entourage and insisting on decorum at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, 2026. The medal recognizes meritorious achievement or service, and Iglesias’s action was prompted by laughter from Hegseth’s group, which Iglesias…

Soldier who scolded Hegseth's entourage at Tomb of Unknown Soldier receives special honor from Pentagon chief →2 articles from Fox News on this story
Al Jazeera12 Nov

During a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day, United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's entourage was reprimanded by an Army guard for laughing loudly while taking photos near the memorial site. The guard reminded them that visitors must maintain silence and respect. This incident occurred as political pressure against Hegseth intensified; he narrowly avoided…

Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →2 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
CBC12 Nov

Pete Hegseth, U.S. War Secretary, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday, one day after Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his staff for laughing loudly at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The reprimand came after Hegseth and his team took photographs at the site, which is considered a highly solemn and…

U.S. army guard given medal by Hegseth day after Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimand →2 articles from CBC on this story
Toronto Star11 Nov

A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier verbally reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's team after they took photos on its steps during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington. The group included Hegseth, his wife Jennifer, chief of staff Ricky Buria, deputy chief of staff Patrick Weaver, and senior adviser Tami Radabaugh.

Hegseth and staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
South China Morning Post11 Nov

During a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Pete Hegseth, his wife Jennifer, and their staff were scolded by a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard for laughing near the memorial. The incident occurred after they took photos in front of the tomb; when laughter was heard, the guard reminded them to maintain silence and respect.

Hegseth and staff scolded by guard after laughter heard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
Sydney Morning Herald11 Nov

During a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington Cemetery, a guard reprimanded a group including US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred as officials commemorated the federal holiday honoring veterans. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated that while paying respects, everyone was reminded to maintain decorum by a soldier on duty. The article does not…

‘Silence!’ Guard yells at Hegseth’s group for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
Mother Jones12 Nov

During a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Pete Hegseth, after narrowly avoiding impeachment, posed for photos with his wife and staff near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier but were reprimanded by a sentinel for laughing loudly and disrespectfully. The incident highlights tensions over military decorum, as Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell acknowledged the breach while emphasizing respect…

Pete Hegseth’s Crew Got Chewed Out at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
The Hindu12 Nov

A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his staff for laughing loudly while taking photos at the tomb during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. This incident occurred shortly after Hegseth narrowly avoided impeachment efforts in Congress led by Rep. Thomas Massie, with Democrats like Rep. Gwen Moore criticizing Hegseth's behavior as…

U.S. Defence Secretary Hegseth, staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
Dawn12 Nov

During a Veterans Day event at Arlington National Cemetery, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s delegation was reminded by a sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to maintain silence and respect after laughter was heard from the group as they climbed its steps. The incident occurred on Wednesday and was reported by CNN. Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated that the secretary respects military…

US marine guard appears to rebuke Hegseth's delegation at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
Euronews12 Nov

During a Veterans Day visit to Arlington National Cemetery, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were reprimanded by a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard for violating the site's silence rule while posing for photographs. The video captures laughter from the group just before the soldier politely but firmly reminded them about the need for respect and decorum at the memorial. A Pentagon spokesperson…

Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier →
Toronto Sun12 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his entourage were scolded by a military sentinel at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday after they were filmed laughing and talking while posing for photos. The incident occurred following a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony attended by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The article takes a critical angle by highlighting the spectacle as a source of…

Hegseth and his entourage scolded by military sentinel at Tomb of the Unknowns →
Daily Caller12 Nov

The Pentagon officially defended an Army sentinel from The Old Guard who shouted at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s entourage to maintain silence at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony. Video footage captured Hegseth, his wife, and several advisors laughing and conversing on the steps of the memorial immediately following a wreath-laying ceremony. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell issued a…

Pentagon Backs Soldier Who Called Out Hegseth’s Entourage →
Just the News12 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth and his aides for inappropriate behavior at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Hegseth’s group was laughing and talking after taking photos in front of the tomb, and Iglesias reminded them of the need to…

Hegseth gives medal to soldier who reprimanded him and his aides at Arlington National Cemetary →
The Daily Wire12 Nov

War Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias of the 3rd Infantry Regiment on Thursday, just a day after Iglesias reprimanded members of Hegseth’s entourage at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for violating decorum rules. The incident was captured on video, showing Hegseth’s entourage laughing and talking loudly near the tomb, prompting Iglesias to remind them…

Hegseth Awards Medal To Soldier Who Scolded His Entourage On Veterans Day →
Global News12 Nov

Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias a Joint Service Commendation Medal after the soldier reprimanded Hegseth and senior officials for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Memorial Day event. The award follows footage of the group breaking decorum at the Arlington National Cemetery site, where Iglesias shouted for visitors to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect. Pentagon…

Pete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him at memorial site →
The Straits Times12 Nov

Defense chief Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on November 12 for reprimanding Hegseth and his entourage for laughing and talking near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The award follows a November 11 incident at Arlington National Cemetery where a US Army sentinel shouted at the group to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect while they were taking photos…

Pentagon chief Hegseth decorates soldier who reprimanded him and his entourage →
ABC News (AU)12 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias at Arlington National Cemetery following a Veterans Day ceremony. The award was given after Specialist Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his staff for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a site considered one of the nation's most solemn war memorials. The report highlights the contrast between the…

Hegseth gives top award to soldier who scolded him at war cemetery →
Times of India13 Nov

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias for his actions at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day visit. Hegseth presented the medal to Iglesias at the Pentagon after Iglesias had earlier reprimanded Hegseth and his aides for not maintaining silence and decorum near the memorial. The incident also brought renewed scrutiny to…

'Well done, specialist': Hegseth honours soldier who scolded his team at war memorial →
NPR13 Nov

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday after the soldier shouted at Hegseth's group for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred on Veterans Day in 2026 and went viral, leading to intense public criticism and accusations from figures like Rep. Gwen Moore that Hegseth lacked the fitness for his office. The report…

Hegseth awards medal to soldier who chastised him →

Analysis

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Reported by outlets on both sides of the middle

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.

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Pete Hegseth gave an award and took photos with the Army soldier who reprimanded the secretary of war and his top advisers for laughing at a Veterans Day ceremony.

10 outlets

An army sentinel from the 3rd US Infantry Regiment – also known as the Old Guard – has been guarding the tomb around the clock, rain or shine, since 1948.

9 outlets

'The Secretary and the entire Department have always honored—and will always honor—the sacrifices our military men and women have made to keep America safe,' Pentagon chief spokesman Sean Parnell said in a statement to the Daily Mail.

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Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • The New York Post criticizes Hegseth's behavior as disrespectful, while other outlets report the incident without such commentary.51

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • The New York Post frames the incident as a rebuke to a high-ranking official, while The Guardian reports it as a scolding for laughing.51
Stated as fact20
The headlines (20)

Hegseth’s group reprimanded for laughing during Veterans Day honoring at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier The Independent · stated as fact

Stunning moment Pete Hegseth and his staff screamed at by guard for laughing during solemn Veterans Day memorial: 'Pay respect!' Daily Mail · stated as fact

Hegseth and staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Toronto Star · stated as fact

Hegseth's group reprimanded for noise at Tomb of Unknown Soldier CBS News · stated as fact

Pete Hegseth and others reprimanded by guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier NBC News · stated as fact

Arlington guard scolds Hegseth’s entourage for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Washington Examiner · stated as fact

Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier BBC · stated as fact

Hegseth and team reprimanded by Arlington national cemetery guard – video The Guardian · stated as fact

Hegseth and staff scolded by guard after laughter heard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier South China Morning Post · stated as fact

‘Silence!’ Guard yells at Hegseth’s group for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Sydney Morning Herald · stated as fact

Army sentinel sharply reprimands Hegseth's group at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day Fox News · stated as fact

Army guard scolds Pentagon officials, including Pete Hegseth, heard laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier New York Post · stated as fact

Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Al Jazeera · stated as fact

Pete Hegseth’s Crew Got Chewed Out at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Mother Jones · stated as fact

Hegseth, wife and aides spark scolding from guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier CBC · stated as fact

U.S. Defence Secretary Hegseth, staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier The Hindu · stated as fact

US marine guard appears to rebuke Hegseth's delegation at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Dawn · stated as fact

Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Euronews · stated as fact

Hegseth and his entourage scolded by military sentinel at Tomb of the Unknowns Toronto Sun · stated as fact

WATCH: Hegseth's group admonished at Tomb of the Unknowns during Veterans Day visit ABC News · stated as fact

How it changed

  1. 11 Nov

    “While commemorating this solemn day, a soldier correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum,” Parnell said in a statement.

    17 outlets · NBC News
  2. 12 Nov

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal after he reprimanded a party that included Hegseth for their demeanor at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day.

    15 outlets · CBS News
  3. 13 Nov

    Thomas Iglesias rang out, “All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times!”

    4 outlets · New York Post

Coverage 54 articles

Where to start Hegseth and his entourage scolded by military sentinel at Tomb of the Unknowns Toronto Sun

Suggested from 24 outlets (5 usually left of the middle, 13 middle, 6 right of it): one of the fuller accounts, no political position was found in its wording and its publisher is declared as reporting rather than commentary.

  • 13 Nov Why an Army specialist had the guts to scold the secretary of defenseThis opinion piece analyzes an incident where Spc. Thomas Iglesias of the Old Guard publicly reprimanded Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for laughing and chatting near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The author highlights how the Secretary responded by inviting Iglesias to the Pentagon the following day to receive a Joint Service Commendation Medal for upholding military standards. Beyond the…New York Post
  • 13 Nov Pete Hegseth’s Veterans Day disrespect: Letters to the Editor — Nov. 14, 2026This collection of letters to the editor criticizes Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his entourage for laughing and talking out loud at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on November 13, 2026. Readers describe the behavior as a disgrace to the solemnity of the site, noting that a service member had to step in to admonish the group for their lack of respect. The contributors call for Hegseth’s removal from office…New York Post
  • 13 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who chastised himDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday after the soldier shouted at Hegseth's group for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred on Veterans Day in 2026 and went viral, leading to intense public criticism and accusations from figures like Rep. Gwen Moore that Hegseth lacked the fitness for his office. The report…NPR
  • 13 Nov Military cemetery decorum: The tradition behind Hegseth's Veterans Day reprimandBBC’s Bernd Debusmann reports on an incident where a sentinel at Arlington National Cemetery reprimanded a group including US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony. The Pentagon later honored the sentinel, Specialist Thomas Iglesias, with a Joint Service Commendation Medal for enforcing cemetery rules. The article explains the historical context and importance of maintaining…BBC
  • 13 Nov 'Well done, specialist': Hegseth honours soldier who scolded his team at war memorialUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias for his actions at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day visit. Hegseth presented the medal to Iglesias at the Pentagon after Iglesias had earlier reprimanded Hegseth and his aides for not maintaining silence and decorum near the memorial. The incident also brought renewed scrutiny to…Times of India
  • 13 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded his group at Arlington National CemeteryThis analysis reports on the aftermath of a soldier's public reprimand of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his guests at Arlington National Cemetery. Following the incident, the soldier was summoned to the Pentagon on Thursday. The report focuses specifically on the events that occurred during that summons.CBS News
  • 12 Nov Soldier who admonished Hegseth group at Arlington Cemetery awarded a medalA soldier named Spc. Thomas Iglesias, who was on duty at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's group for laughing after taking photos during a Veterans Day ceremony. The incident occurred when Hegseth’s group, including Trump, was photographed near the tomb, and Iglesias enforced the rule of…ABC News (US)
  • 12 Nov What to know after Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded group at ArlingtonDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a medal to Spc. Thomas Iglesias on Thursday for reprimanding a group for making noise at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The report details the timeline of events surrounding the interaction between the service member and the group associated with the Secretary. The piece focuses on the specific actions taken by the military personnel and the subsequent…CBS News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth gives top award to soldier who scolded him at war cemeteryDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias at Arlington National Cemetery following a Veterans Day ceremony. The award was given after Specialist Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his staff for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a site considered one of the nation's most solemn war memorials. The report highlights the contrast between the…ABC News (AU)
  • 12 Nov Pentagon chief Hegseth decorates soldier who reprimanded him and his entourageDefense chief Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on November 12 for reprimanding Hegseth and his entourage for laughing and talking near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The award follows a November 11 incident at Arlington National Cemetery where a US Army sentinel shouted at the group to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect while they were taking photos…The Straits Times
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  • 12 Nov Pete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him at memorial sitePete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias a Joint Service Commendation Medal after the soldier reprimanded Hegseth and senior officials for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Memorial Day event. The award follows footage of the group breaking decorum at the Arlington National Cemetery site, where Iglesias shouted for visitors to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect. Pentagon…Global News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him at Arlington National CemeteryDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth and his guests for their behavior at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The incident occurred when Iglesias ordered the group to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect while they were talking and taking pictures, an action the Pentagon describes as a…NBC News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded his party at Arlington's sacred tombDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding a group that included Hegseth at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred on Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery, where the soldier intervened regarding the party's demeanor. This report focuses on the specific action of the award being granted as a direct result of the…CBS News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth gives top award to soldier who scolded him, aides at Arlington National CemeteryDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal after Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his staff for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on November 11, 2026. The incident occurred after a Veterans Day ceremony that included President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, and Iglesias scolded the group for violating…New York Post
  • 12 Nov Soldier who scolded Hegseth's entourage at Tomb of Unknown Soldier receives special honor from Pentagon chiefPentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth’s entourage and insisting on decorum at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, 2026. The medal recognizes meritorious achievement or service, and Iglesias’s action was prompted by laughter from Hegseth’s group, which Iglesias…Fox News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth Awards Medal To Soldier Who Scolded His Entourage On Veterans DayWar Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias of the 3rd Infantry Regiment on Thursday, just a day after Iglesias reprimanded members of Hegseth’s entourage at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for violating decorum rules. The incident was captured on video, showing Hegseth’s entourage laughing and talking loudly near the tomb, prompting Iglesias to remind them…The Daily Wire
  • 12 Nov Hegseth awards medal to Arlington Guard sentinel who shouted at his party to keep quiet at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierOn Thursday, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth awarded a medal to Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias, who had earlier gone viral for yelling at a noisy group, believed to be led by Hegseth, to be quiet while Iglesias was on duty at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The incident occurred the previous day and was broadcast live on television, drawing public attention to Iglesias's actions in…Washington Examiner
  • 12 Nov Pete Hegseth tucks tail between legs as he awards 'patriot' who yelled at him during Veterans Day ceremony: 'Well done'Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of War, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias with a Joint Service Commendation Medal after Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his group for laughing during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Hegseth posted on social media to praise Iglesias, who had reminded them to maintain silence and respect. The Pentagon spokesperson noted that the award…Daily Mail
  • 12 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded his party at Arlington's scared tombPete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, presented Specialist Thomas Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding a group, which included Hegseth himself, for their inappropriate behavior at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The incident took place at Arlington National Cemetery.CBS News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth gives medal to soldier who reprimanded his group for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a Joint Service Commendation Medal to Specialist Thomas Iglesias of the 3rd Infantry Regiment, also known as The Old Guard, for reprimanding a group, including Hegseth, for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on November 11, 2026. The incident occurred after Hegseth and his entourage attended a Veterans Day ceremony and was met with…The Independent
  • 12 Nov U.S. army guard given medal by Hegseth day after Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimandPete Hegseth, U.S. War Secretary, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday, one day after Iglesias reprimanded Hegseth and his staff for laughing loudly at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The reprimand came after Hegseth and his team took photographs at the site, which is considered a highly solemn and…CBC
  • 12 Nov Pete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him near Tomb of the Unknown SoldierPete Hegseth, the defense secretary, awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias a Joint Service Commendation Medal for reprimanding Hegseth and his team for laughing and talking near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day visit. The incident occurred at Arlington National Cemetery, where Iglesias, while on duty, enforced the strict code of silence and respect required at the site. This recognition took place…The Guardian
  • 12 Nov Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded group near tombDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment the Joint Service Commendation Medal on a Thursday for maintaining decorum at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The award followed an incident on Veterans Day where Iglesias shouted a reminder for visitors to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect while Hegseth, President Trump, and other officials were posing…CBS News
  • 12 Nov Hegseth gives medal to soldier who reprimanded him and his aides at Arlington National CemetaryDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias the Joint Service Commendation Medal on Thursday for reprimanding Hegseth and his aides for inappropriate behavior at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Hegseth’s group was laughing and talking after taking photos in front of the tomb, and Iglesias reminded them of the need to…Just the News
  • 12 Nov Pentagon backs war memorial guard who reprimanded Hegseth's groupThe Pentagon supported a US Army guard who reprimanded a group including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at Arlington National Cemetery during a Veterans Day observance for not maintaining silence and respect. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Hegseth and his party were photographed laughing and talking near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; the next day, the Pentagon commended the guard with an award. Chief…BBC
  • 12 Nov Hegseth's group admonished at Tomb of the Unknowns during Veterans Day visitDuring a Veterans Day visit to Arlington National Cemetery, a sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknowns reprimanded a group including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for laughing after posing for a photo. The sentinel, enforcing the rule of maintaining silence and respect, sternly reminded the group to adhere to the decorum expected at the site. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. and was part of a live network pool…ABC News (US)
  • 12 Nov Pentagon Backs Soldier Who Called Out Hegseth’s EntourageThe Pentagon officially defended an Army sentinel from The Old Guard who shouted at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s entourage to maintain silence at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Veterans Day ceremony. Video footage captured Hegseth, his wife, and several advisors laughing and conversing on the steps of the memorial immediately following a wreath-laying ceremony. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell issued a…Daily Caller
  • 12 Nov Pentagon reacts after Hegseth's party was reprimanded at Arlington over laughing near sacred tombThe Pentagon issued a response after video surfaced showing Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's party being reprimanded for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. This news report by CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi covers the incident and the subsequent official reaction. The text provides no specific figures or additional contextual details regarding the reprimand.CBS News
  • 12 Nov WATCH: Hegseth's group admonished at Tomb of the Unknowns during Veterans Day visitDuring a Veterans Day visit to the Tomb of the Unknowns, a group associated with Christopher Hegseth’s organization was reprimanded. The incident occurred while a live network feed, set up for the wreath-laying ceremony conducted by President Donald Trump earlier in the day, was broadcasting.ABC News (US)
  • 12 Nov Hegseth and his entourage scolded by military sentinel at Tomb of the UnknownsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his entourage were scolded by a military sentinel at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday after they were filmed laughing and talking while posing for photos. The incident occurred following a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony attended by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The article takes a critical angle by highlighting the spectacle as a source of…Toronto Sun
  • 12 Nov Watch moment Pete Hegseth reprimanded by guard at Tomb of Unknown SoldierDuring a visit to Arlington National Cemetery on November 12, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was reprimanded by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier after laughter from his group disrupted the solemn atmosphere. The guard shouted instructions for visitors to maintain silence and respect, an action confirmed as appropriate by a Pentagon spokesman. This incident occurred during the annual Veterans Day…The Independent
  • 12 Nov Hegseth group reprimanded by guard after Veterans Day eventA soldier reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s group for laughing during photo-taking at Arlington National Cemetery following a Veterans Day event. The incident was reported by NBC News correspondent Gabe Gutierrez.NBC News
  • 12 Nov Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day visit to Arlington National Cemetery, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were reprimanded by a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard for violating the site's silence rule while posing for photographs. The video captures laughter from the group just before the soldier politely but firmly reminded them about the need for respect and decorum at the memorial. A Pentagon spokesperson…Euronews
  • 12 Nov US marine guard appears to rebuke Hegseth's delegation at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day event at Arlington National Cemetery, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s delegation was reminded by a sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to maintain silence and respect after laughter was heard from the group as they climbed its steps. The incident occurred on Wednesday and was reported by CNN. Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated that the secretary respects military…Dawn
  • 12 Nov U.S. Defence Secretary Hegseth, staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierA soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his staff for laughing loudly while taking photos at the tomb during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. This incident occurred shortly after Hegseth narrowly avoided impeachment efforts in Congress led by Rep. Thomas Massie, with Democrats like Rep. Gwen Moore criticizing Hegseth's behavior as…The Hindu
  • 12 Nov Hegseth, wife and aides spark scolding from guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierPete Hegseth, the U.S. War Secretary, faced a verbal reprimand from a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with his wife and staff during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The guard scolded them for violating decorum when they took photos and laughed in front of the tomb. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell defended the soldier's action, stating he correctly reminded everyone to maintain an…CBC
  • 12 Nov Hegseth's group asked by soldier to maintain respect at Arlington National CemeteryDuring President Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday for a wreath-laying ceremony honoring fallen soldiers, a US Army sentinel asked a group including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to maintain decorum and show proper respect at the site. The incident was noted by CNN correspondent Charlie D'Agata as part of the coverage surrounding Trump's attendance.CBS News
  • 12 Nov Pete Hegseth’s Crew Got Chewed Out at the Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Pete Hegseth, after narrowly avoiding impeachment, posed for photos with his wife and staff near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier but were reprimanded by a sentinel for laughing loudly and disrespectfully. The incident highlights tensions over military decorum, as Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell acknowledged the breach while emphasizing respect…Mother Jones
  • 12 Nov Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day, United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's entourage was reprimanded by an Army guard for laughing loudly while taking photos near the memorial site. The guard reminded them that visitors must maintain silence and respect. This incident occurred as political pressure against Hegseth intensified; he narrowly avoided…Al Jazeera
  • 12 Nov Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierAn Army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery scolded U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his guests for talking loudly, instructing them to observe silence and respect. The incident occurred at an unspecified time but highlights the strict protocol maintained by sentinels at this national memorial.Al Jazeera
  • 12 Nov Army guard scolds Pentagon officials, including Pete Hegseth, heard laughing at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day visit to Arlington National Cemetery, an Army sentinel reprimanded Pentagon officials, including War Secretary Pete Hegseth and his chief of staff Ricky Buria, for laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The sentinel reminded them to maintain silence and respect as required by protocol. Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell defended the soldier's action and stated that the Department…New York Post
  • 11 Nov Army sentinel sharply reprimands Hegseth's group at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans DayOn Wednesday during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, an Army sentinel sharply reminded Pete Hegseth’s group to maintain silence and respect after laughter was heard from departing members of his entourage around 12:30 p.m. The incident occurred shortly after President Donald Trump left the memorial following a wreath-laying ceremony. Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell later defended the…Fox News
  • 11 Nov ‘Silence!’ Guard yells at Hegseth’s group for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington Cemetery, a guard reprimanded a group including US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The incident occurred as officials commemorated the federal holiday honoring veterans. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated that while paying respects, everyone was reminded to maintain decorum by a soldier on duty. The article does not…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 11 Nov Hegseth and aides scolded by guard for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierOn Wednesday, US defense secretary Pete Hegseth and his aides were scolded by an army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery after some in their group laughed near the memorial following a Veterans Day ceremony. The incident occurred as Hegseth’s team was walking up the steps to leave, with the guard yelling for silence and respect. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell defended…The Guardian
  • 11 Nov Hegseth and staff scolded by guard after laughter heard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Pete Hegseth, his wife Jennifer, and their staff were scolded by a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard for laughing near the memorial. The incident occurred after they took photos in front of the tomb; when laughter was heard, the guard reminded them to maintain silence and respect.South China Morning Post
  • 11 Nov Hegseth and team reprimanded by Arlington national cemetery guard – videoPete Hegseth and his team were criticized by a guard at Arlington National Cemetery following the Veterans Day ceremony attended by former President Donald Trump on November 11. The incident was captured on video, showing the interaction between Hegseth's group and the sentinel after the event.The Guardian
  • 11 Nov Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were scolded by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday after Veterans Day celebrations. The guard admonished them for laughing during a photo opportunity, reminding visitors to maintain silence and respect. Those present included Hegseth's advisers Patrick Weaver and Tami Radabaugh, chief of staff Ricky Buria, and his…BBC
  • 11 Nov Arlington guard scolds Hegseth’s entourage for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown SoldierOn Wednesday, Pete Hegseth’s group was scolded by an Army guard at Arlington National Cemetery for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier while posing for photos after a Veterans Day ceremony. The incident was captured on live TV and involved Hegseth, his wife, and other members of their entourage who were reprimanded by the sentinel guarding the memorial.Washington Examiner
  • 11 Nov Watch: Hegseth's group reprimanded at Tomb of Unknown Soldier for making noisePete Hegseth and his group were told to be quiet by a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier after they disturbed the silence with noise on Wednesday. The incident occurred while the group was visiting the memorial site.CBS News
  • 11 Nov Pete Hegseth and others reprimanded by guard at the Tomb of the Unknown SoldierPete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, and his group were reprimanded by an Army sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for talking loudly and taking pictures during a visit on Wednesday following a Veterans Day ceremony. The sentinel asked the visitors to maintain silence and respect while they disregarded these instructions. When questioned about the incident, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated that Hegseth…NBC News
  • 11 Nov Hegseth's group reprimanded for noise at Tomb of Unknown SoldierDuring a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group were reprimanded by an army sentinel for making noise after the event. The sentinel loudly reminded visitors to maintain silence and respect; it is unclear if Hegseth was involved in the disruption. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell later stated that they honor…CBS News
  • 11 Nov Hegseth and staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierA soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier verbally reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's team after they took photos on its steps during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington. The group included Hegseth, his wife Jennifer, chief of staff Ricky Buria, deputy chief of staff Patrick Weaver, and senior adviser Tami Radabaugh.Toronto Star
  • 11 Nov Stunning moment Pete Hegseth and his staff screamed at by guard for laughing during solemn Veterans Day memorial: 'Pay respect!'Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War and his staff were reprimanded by a guard for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery during Veterans Day. The incident occurred after a ceremony on Wednesday when laughter was heard from the group while taking pictures. A US Army sentinel in ceremonial uniform shouted a warning to maintain silence and respect, before resuming their patrol. Pentagon…Daily Mail
  • 11 Nov Hegseth’s group reprimanded for laughing during Veterans Day honoring at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierCNN reports that during a Veterans Day visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, members of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s entourage were overheard laughing and taking selfies. An on-duty guard rebuked them for violating the rule of maintaining silence and respect. The article does not specify if any consequences will be imposed on those involved.The Independent

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