“Biden Honors 19 Heroes: Clinton, Magic Johnson, Bill Nye Included”

In a chilly afternoon at the White House, President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the top civilian honor, to 19 extraordinary individuals. The group spanned various fields like politics, sports, entertainment, civil rights, and science. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received a standing ovation as she accepted the medal, with her husband Bill, daughter Chelsea, and grandchildren by her side. Other notable recipients included philanthropist George Soros, actor Denzel Washington, and science educator Bill Nye.Biden thanked them for their significant contributions to the country's culture and progress. Four medals were given posthumously, including those to George W. Romney, Robert F. Kennedy, Ash Carter, and civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer. Noteworthy recipients like chef José Andrés for his humanitarian efforts, U2 frontman Bono for social justice work, and athletes like Lionel Messi and Earvin "Magic" Johnson also made the list. This was Biden's final chance to award the Medal of Freedom before leaving office.