Pentagon invites Paul brothers to speak to troops

Reporting cited here

1. reported

   The Defense Department hosted former YouTube creators and boxers Jake and Logan Paul at the Pentagon on September 17, 2026. A Pentagon spokesperson said they toured the building, visited the 9/11 memorial, thanked service members and briefly met Hegseth; video showed them addressing military and civilian personnel.

   Pentagon statement, visit details and Defense Department video

   Pentagon hosted Jake and Logan Paul for a tour and troop remarks · Defense Department confirmed the visit; invitation rationale was not disclosed

2. reported

   The Pentagon did not publicly explain why the brothers were invited. An official told Task & Purpose that the Pauls paid their own transportation for the Washington visit.

   Unspecified invitation rationale and transportation statement

   Pentagon hosted Jake and Logan Paul for a tour and troop remarks · Defense Department confirmed the visit; invitation rationale was not disclosed