Pentagon Backs Soldier Who Confronted Hegseth’s Group at Tomb

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The Pentagon has publicly supported an Army soldier who confronted members of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s entourage during a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. The incident occurred during a solemn Veterans Day ceremony, where the group’s laughter and chatter disrupted the respectful atmosphere.

The soldier, a member of the Army’s 3rd Infantry Regiment, known as The Old Guard, intervened by shouting, “All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times!” according to Stars and Stripes. The Old Guard is responsible for standing guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, emphasizing the importance of decorum at the site.

Following the confrontation, Hegseth’s group moved away from the steps overlooking the tomb. Pentagon chief spokesman Sean Parnell issued a statement validating the soldier’s actions, stating, “While commemorating this solemn day, a soldier correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum,” according to the outlet.

The incident took place immediately after the Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony. It also occurred one day after House Republicans blocked a vote on outgoing Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie’s impeachment resolution against Hegseth. The resolution accused the secretary of violating the War Powers Resolution of 1973 due to his role in the Iran war.

A group of advisers and staffers alongside War Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery made noise. https://t.co/zwSrhf2llo

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Source: Daily Caller

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