Messi, Soros among recipients of Biden's Medal of Freedom DW 01/05/2025
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"For the final time as president I have the honor bestowing the Medal of Freedom, our nation's highest civilian honor, on a group of extraordinary, truly extraordinary people, who gave their sacred effort, their sacred effort, to shape the culture and the cause of America," Biden said at the ceremony.
Among the recipients were former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Democratic billionaire philanthropist George Soros, represented by his son Alex Soros, highlighting a diverse group of individuals who have impacted American society.
Lionel Messi, the first Argentine male and football player to receive the Medal of Freedom, did not attend the ceremony, reflecting on his remarkable achievements in sports.
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