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Oct 17, 2026 at 8:20 AM ET
Hegseth Expected in Knoxville for ROTC Visit
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected in Knoxville for a ROTC visit and the Tennessee-Alabama game. The Department of Defense said he is expected to administer the oath of enlistment to new recruits and visit Neyland Stadium.
WHO: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and new recruits
WHAT: Pete Hegseth is expected to visit Knoxville, administer the oath of enlistment to new recruits and visit Neyland Stadium.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 7:19 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: The visit includes administering the oath of enlistment to new recruits and visiting Neyland Stadium.
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