Pete Hegseth, a Soldier’s Scolding and a Lesson at the Tomb of Unknowns

First reported by CNN at Wed 1:39 PM · 17 outlets in all

1. New York Times(subscription required)1hPete Hegseth, a Soldier’s Scolding and a Lesson at the Tomb of UnknownsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s highly cultivated brand took a hit during an encounter with an Army sentinel at Arlington Cemetery.
2. Fox News2hSoldier who scolded Hegseth's entourage at Tomb of Unknown Soldier receives special honor from Pentagon chiefWar Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a Joint Service Commendation Medal to the soldier who reprimanded his staff at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
3. Washington Examiner2hHegseth awards medal to Arlington Guard sentinel who shouted at his party to keep quiet at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierSecretary of War Pete Hegseth on Thursday honored the military guard who rebuked the Pentagon chief’s entourage for talking and laughing as the soldier stood watch at the Arlington National Cemetery. The soldier, Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias, went viral Wednesday after being captured on live television yelling out instructions for the group Hegseth was with
4. Washington Post(subscription required)3hHegseth awards medal to soldier who admonished him, his team at Tomb of the UnknownsVideo elicited furious backlash from critics incredulous that a defense secretary would behave disrespectfully at one of the nation’s most sacred memorials.
5. PBS NewsHour3hHegseth presents award to soldier who scolded him and his aides at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierThe scolding drew attention once more to the embattled defense secretary, who had survived an impeachment attempt the day before.
6. Forbes3hHegseth Awards Army Member For Reprimanding Him At Tomb Of The Unknown SoldierThe soldier reminded Hegseth and his group, which included senior advisors and his wife, for laughing and talking at the memorial on Veterans Day.
7. Los Angeles Times(subscription required)3hHegseth awards soldier who scolded him and his aides at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth welcomed to the Pentagon the Army unit that guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and awarded Spc. Thomas Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal “for the execution of his duties at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on November 11, 2026,” the Pentagon said.
8. Guardian3hPete Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded him near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
9. AP4hHegseth awards soldier who scolded him and his aides at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
10. Yahoo News4hHegseth honors guard who scolded his group at the Tomb of Unknown Soldier
11. The Hill4hSentinel at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier awarded medal by HegsethDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded a prestigious medal to an Army sentinel on Thursday who loudly admonished the Pentagon chief and his group at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery for breaking decorum the day before. Hegseth hosted the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, the Old Guard, at the Pentagon on Thursday…
12. CNN20hHegseth and Advisers Reprimanded by Guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
13. Al Jazeera21hHegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierGuard at memorial site can be heard yelling at group to 'maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times'.
14. NY Post21hArmy guard scolds Pentagon officials, including Pete Hegseth, heard laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier"All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times!" a soldier from the 3rd US Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard," immediately barked at the group.
15. MS NOW24hGuard scolds Hegseth’s group at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans DayA guard demanded silence after laughter was heard as the defense secretary and his group finished taking photos near the solemn memorial at Arlington National Cemetery.
16. CBS News24hHegseth's group reprimanded for noise at Tomb of Unknown SoldierA guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded a group of people that included Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for making noise at the site.
17. NBC News24hPete Hegseth and others reprimanded by guard at the Tomb of the Unknown SoldierAn Arlington National Cemetery guard told the defense secretary and his companions to maintain a respectful atmosphere during a Veterans Day visit.