US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosts influencer brothers Jake and Logan Paul at the Pentagon for motivational speech

Last week, the U.S. Department of Defense hosted influencer brothers Jake and Logan Paul at the Pentagon, where they delivered a motivational speech to service members and met with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The visit was publicized in a video posted on Sunday, showing the brothers touring the building, paying respects at the 9/11 memorial, and posing for photos. The event drew widespread mockery on social media, with critics questioning the choice of speakers. The visit occurred a day before National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and Hegseth avoided an impeachment vote on the same day.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosts influencer brothers Jake and Logan Paul at the Pentagon for motivational speech
Published Sep 21, 2026
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