Biden Causes Controversy With Presidential Medal Of Freedom Recipients

President Joe Biden sparked controversy by awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to billionaire donor George Soros and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. The White House praised them for their contributions to democracy, human rights, and global peace, calling them “great leaders.” However, their awards were criticized by Republicans, who pointed to Soros’s support for “soft-on-crime” district attorneys and Clinton’s actions during the 2012 Benghazi attack. Critics, including former NYPD commissioners and lawmakers like Sen. Josh Hawley, argued the honor was misplaced, with some suggesting police officers should have been recognized instead. Other recipients included Jane Goodall, Lionel Messi, and Denzel Washington.