Hegseth Awards Medal to Soldier Who Rebuked Him at Tomb of Unknown Soldier
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded the soldier who reprimanded him at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veteran's Day.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded Specialist Iglesias of the U.S. Army's 3rd Infantry Regiment, also known as The Old Guard, the Joint Service Commendation Medal. The recognition came one day after Iglesias publicly reminded Hegseth and his entourage to maintain silence and respect near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery during Veterans Day observances.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, following a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, where Hegseth was taking photographs near the memorial alongside his family and aides. Iglesias, serving as a sentinel, stopped his patrol and reminded the group of the site's strict rules, which drew bipartisan criticism of Hegseth.
The Pentagon defended the soldier's actions, stating that he had correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum.
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