Pete Hegseth’s three-word remark to soldier sparks backlash

Among them was Specialist Thomas Iglesias, the soldier who had addressed Hegseth’s group at Arlington. Hegseth personally presented Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal in recognition of his performance during the previous day’s Veterans Day ceremony.

Pete Hegseth sparks anger with medal ceremony for guard who yelled at him
Pete Hegseth marked the occasion by sharing pictures of the medal ceremony on social media. He captioned the pictures, “We love soldiers. We love standards. Well done, Specialist. Carry on Patriots.

But the photos quickly backfired. Social media users showed their anger with Pete Hegseth, as many believed the damage was already done.

“You are a disgrace to the heroic men and women of our military. Resign,” one user wrote

Soldiers can’t stand you traitor. YOU were so effing disrespectful at one of our country’s most sacred sites that he had to break away from his duties to shut you up. Disgusting and disgraceful,” a second wrote.

A third claimed, “You love using them as cannon fodder. You don’t give a shit about the soldiers or Americans. Your a religious fanatic and a Zionist lackey. Not to mention dumb as hell. Never have I seen a less qualified person in your position.”

“A publicity stunt by someone whose job is in jeopardy.” a fourth said, while a fifth added, “A photo op to save face. You’re disgusting . Resign.”

A sixth wrote, “As if handing out medals will make up for you being a national disgrace.”

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