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Vance and Hegseth booed while delivering Shake Shack to National Guard

JD Vance, Pete Hegseth and Stephen Miller deliver Shake Shack burgers to National Guard in Washington DC
  • JD Vance and Pete Hegseth were observed distributing Shake Shack burgers to National Guard troops.
  • The event took place on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, at Union Station in Washington DC.
  • Vance praised the troops, stating they were 'doing a hell of a job' and expressing gratitude for their hard work.
  • During the distribution, protesters were heard booing and heckling Vance, Hegseth, and Stephen Miller.
  • Watch the video in full above.
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