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

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s highly cultivated brand took a hit during an encounter with an Army sentinel at Arlington Cemetery.

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Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary, and his wife, Jennifer Rauchet, visiting the Tomb of the Unknowns on Wednesday.
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Soldier Shouts Toward Hegseth to Show ‘Respect’ at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A Pentagon spokesman said the sentinel had “reminded everyone to maintain decorum” after laughter was heard from a group visiting the burial site with the Defense Secretary on Wednesday.

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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his wife, Jennifer, during a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday.
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