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Former VP Harris reportedly asking Hillary Clinton for advice on what to do after losing to Trump
Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ future remains unclear months after her election loss to now-President Donald Trump.
As she grapples with navigating next steps, Harris has spoken with family and close friends, including the one other person who has been in her exact position: Hillary Clinton, New York Magazine reported. The two have reportedly spoken several times since Harris’ defeat.
Some have speculated that she will stage a gubernatorial run next year in California, as her close friend, Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom, is limited on terms and can’t run again. Others think she still has her eye on the Oval Office and will launch another bid for the presidency. Shortly after the election, Harris reportedly told advisors not to make any plans that would preclude her from seeking the presidency in 2028, according to New York Magazine.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris attends President Donald Trump’s inauguration. (SHAWN THEW/Pool via REUTERS)
The former vice president has not spoken directly about her future, but she has hinted that she’s not done with politics. Last week, just days before the end of her time as then-President Joe Biden’s VP, Harris addressed a room of staff as she participated in the decades-long tradition of signing her desk drawer. During her brief remarks, Harris said she would not “go quietly into the night,” saying that “our work is not done.”
The comments she made to staff echoed a message from her concession speech in which she told supporters, “While I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fueled this campaign.”
Then-Vice President Kamala Harris makes her way to board a plane before departing from Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland on June 14, 2021. (MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
HARRIS FORMALLY CONCEDES ONE DAY AFTER TRUMP’S SWEEPING VICTORY
After her 2020 bid for the presidency failed, Harris was given a clear path forward as Biden’s pick to be his running mate. While Biden seemed to imply that he would be a one-term president, he announced his re-election campaign in April 2023.
However, after a disastrous debate that highlighted ongoing issues, Biden made the historic decision to drop out of the race in July 2024. This was just one week after a gunman nearly killed Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania.
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Shortly after dropping out of the race, Biden endorsed his VP, moving her to the top of the ticket. Some believed this move could have hurt her prospects, as voters saw her nomination as a coronation, in stark contrast to the “save democracy” message channeled by the Democrats.
Then-Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks conceding the presidential election at Howard University in Washington on Nov. 6, 2024. (REUTERS/Mike Blake)
HOLLYWOOD FINDS FAILURE TO ELECT KAMALA HARRIS ‘UNSETTLING’: ‘NOT THE DRIVER ANYMORE’
Harris and Clinton have more than election losses in common. Both were backed by a long list of Hollywood A-listers, whose endorsements ultimately did not help. Not even Taylor Swift could make the “Harris Era” happen.
“The outcome of this election is not what we hoped, not what we fought for, not what we voted for,” Harris said in her concession speech. “But hear when I say … the light of America’s promise will always burn bright as long as we never give up and as long as we keep fighting.”
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly reached out to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for advice on what to do after losing the 2020 presidential election to Donald Trump. Harris, who made history as the first female vice president, is said to be seeking guidance on how to navigate her political career following her defeat.According to sources close to Harris, the vice president is feeling lost and uncertain about her future in politics after the disappointing loss to Trump. Clinton, who also experienced a tough defeat in the 2016 presidential election, is said to be providing Harris with mentorship and support during this challenging time.
Harris and Clinton have reportedly been having regular conversations about how to bounce back from defeat and continue fighting for their shared values and beliefs. Clinton is said to be encouraging Harris to stay engaged in the political arena and continue advocating for issues that are important to her.
As Harris looks to the future and considers her next steps, it is clear that she is seeking guidance from a seasoned political veteran like Clinton. With her mentor’s support, Harris is hopeful that she can find a new path forward and continue making a positive impact on the world.
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Hillary Clinton, George Soros y Denzel Washington recibirán la máxima condecoración civil de EEUU
WASHINGTON (AP) — La exsecretaria de Estado Hillary Clinton, el filántropo demócrata George Soros y el actor-director Denzel Washington recibirán el sábado la más alta condecoración civil de la nación en una ceremonia en la Casa Blanca.
El presidente Joe Biden otorgará la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad a 19 de los nombres más famosos en política, deportes, entretenimiento, derechos civiles, defensa de los derechos LGBTQ+ y ciencia.
La Casa Blanca indicó que los galardonados han realizado “contribuciones ejemplares a la prosperidad, valores o seguridad de Estados Unidos, la paz mundial u otros significativos esfuerzos sociales, públicos o privados.”
Cuatro medallas serán otorgadas póstumamente. Se entregarán a Fannie Lou Hamer, quien fundó el Partido Democrático de la Libertad de Mississippi y sentó las bases para la Ley de Derechos Electorales de 1965; al ex fiscal general Robert F. Kennedy; a George W. Romney, quien fue gobernador de Michigan y secretario de vivienda y desarrollo urbano; y a Ash Carter, exsecretario de defensa.
Kennedy es padre de Robert F. Kennedy Jr., el nominado por el presidente electo Donald Trump para secretario de salud y servicios humanos. Romney es el padre del exsenador republicano de Utah Mitt Romney, uno de los críticos conservadores más fuertes de Trump.
Entre los grandes filántropos que recibirán el premio se incluye al chef hispanoamericano José Andrés, cuya organización benéfica World Central Kitchen se ha convertido en una de las organizaciones de ayuda alimentaria más reconocidas del mundo, y a Bono, el líder de la banda de rock U2 y activista de justicia social.
Las estrellas de deportes y entretenimiento reconocidas incluyen al futbolista Lionel Messi; al basquetbolista y empresario Earvin “Magic” Johnson; el actor Michael J. Fox, activista a favor de investigaciones sobre la enfermedad de Parkinson; y William Sanford Nye, conocido por generaciones de estudiantes como “Bill Nye the Science Guy”.
Otros galardonados incluyen a la conservacionista Jane Goodall; la editora de Vogue Magazine Anna Wintour; el diseñador de moda Ralph Lauren; el fundador del Instituto de Cine George Stevens Jr.; el empresario y activista LGBTQ+ Tim Gill; y David Rubenstein, cofundador de la firma global de inversiones The Carlyle Group.
El año pasado, Biden otorgó la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad a 19 personas, incluyendo al fallecido Medgar Evers, la expresidenta de la Cámara de Representantes Nancy Pelosi, el representante James Clyburn de Carolina del Sur y la actriz Michelle Yeoh.
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¡Grandes noticias! La ex candidata presidencial Hillary Clinton, el magnate George Soros y el aclamado actor Denzel Washington serán galardonados con la máxima condecoración civil de Estados Unidos en una ceremonia especial que se llevará a cabo próximamente.Estos tres influyentes personajes han demostrado un compromiso excepcional con la sociedad y han dedicado sus vidas a causas nobles y a la defensa de los derechos humanos. Hillary Clinton, con su larga trayectoria política y su incansable lucha por la igualdad de género y la justicia social, ha sido una figura clave en la historia reciente de Estados Unidos.
Por su parte, George Soros ha destacado por su filantropía y su apoyo a organizaciones que promueven la democracia y los derechos civiles en todo el mundo. Su labor ha sido fundamental en la lucha contra la discriminación y la injusticia.
Y no podemos olvidar a Denzel Washington, un actor talentoso y comprometido que ha utilizado su fama para concienciar sobre importantes problemas sociales y para promover la diversidad en la industria del entretenimiento.
Estos tres merecedores recibirán la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad, la más alta distinción que un civil puede recibir en Estados Unidos. ¡Felicidades a ellos por este merecido reconocimiento! #HillaryClinton #GeorgeSoros #DenzelWashington #MedallaPresidencialLibertad #EEUU
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Biden reconocerá a Hillary Clinton, Bono, Messi y otras personalidades con la medalla presidencial de la libertad
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El presidente Joe Biden concederá este sábado la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad, la más alta distinción civil del país, a 19 personas, entre las que se encuentran la excandidata demócrata a la presidencia Hillary Clinton, el diseñador Ralph Lauren, el astro del fútbol Lionel Messi, el líder de U2 Bono y el filántropo y megadonante George Soros.
Según un comunicado de la Casa Blanca, la medalla se concede a personas “que han hecho contribuciones ejemplares a la prosperidad, los valores o la seguridad de Estados Unidos, a la paz mundial o a otros importantes esfuerzos sociales, públicos o privados”. El propio Biden recibió la medalla de manos del entonces presidente Barack Obama en los últimos días de su mandato.
“El presidente Biden cree que los grandes líderes mantienen la fe, dan a todos una oportunidad justa y ponen la decencia por encima de todo”, dijo la Casa Blanca en el comunicado. “Estas 19 personas son grandes líderes que han hecho de Estados Unidos un lugar mejor. Son grandes líderes porque son buenas personas que han hecho contribuciones extraordinarias a su país y al mundo.”
Dos destacadas figuras de la política estadounidense recibirán un homenaje póstumo: el exfiscal general Robert F. Kennedy y el exgobernador republicano de Michigan George Romney, padre del exsenador Mitt Romney.
En sus palabras de elogio a la esposa de Kennedy, Ethel, el año pasado, Biden dijo que solo había tenido “dos héroes políticos en mi vida: El Dr. (Martin Luther King Jr.) y Bobby Kennedy”, al tiempo que señalaba que había decorado su Despacho Oval con un busto de Kennedy. La ilustre familia política había saltado a los titulares nacionales en los últimos meses con el segundo hijo mayor de los Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., elegido de forma polémica por el presidente electo Donald Trump para ser el próximo secretario del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos.
Biden ha reconocido previamente a varios aliados políticos con el premio, incluida la expresidenta de la Cámara de Representantes, Nancy Pelosi, y el congresista de Carolina del Sur, Jim Clyburn, el año pasado.
La decisión del presidente de honrar a Clinton culmina una larga historia de admiración mutua entre los dos líderes demócratas y se produce después de que Bill y Hillary Clinton honraran a Biden con el Premio Clinton al Ciudadano Global en una ceremonia sorpresa celebrada en Nueva York el pasado mes de septiembre. Al aceptar el premio, un emocionado Biden agradeció a la exsecretaria de Estado “la forma en que me has ayudado, la forma en que has hablado por mí con tanta pasión”.
“No puedo decírtelo, puedes preguntárselo a Jill, yo… en cualquier caso, te quiero. Te quiero”, dijo Biden.
El presidente también reconocerá a Soros, un megadonante liberal que, según la Casa Blanca, “ha apoyado organizaciones y proyectos en todo el mundo que fortalecen la democracia, los derechos humanos, la educación y la justicia social”, y a la famosa editora jefe de Vogue, Anna Wintour, que organizó actos políticos de recaudación de fondos para la campaña de Biden.
Lauren, un titán de la industria del diseño, también figura entre los galardonados de este sábado. La ropa de Lauren ha sido durante mucho tiempo una de las favoritas de la familia Biden, incluida la primera dama Jill Biden, que lució un diseño de Ralph Lauren en la portada de Vogue en agosto, y la primera nieta, Naomi Biden, que llevó un vestido de Ralph Lauren en su boda en la Casa Blanca en 2022.
El célebre chef, humanitario y abierto crítico de Trump, José Andrés, será reconocido por su trabajo con la World Central Kitchen, que según la Casa Blanca “ha revolucionado la forma en que la ayuda alimentaria llega a las comunidades afectadas por desastres naturales y conflictos en todo el mundo”.
En el ámbito del espectáculo, está previsto homenajear a los actores Michael J. Fox y Denzel Washington, así como a Messi y al jugador retirado de la NBA, Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Estaba previsto que Washington fuera uno de los homenajeados en 2022, pero tuvo que renunciar a la ceremonia tras dar positivo por covid-19.
El año pasado, el músico y humanitario Bono acompañó a Jill Biden en su palco durante el discurso sobre el estado de la Unión, en el que se le reconoció su labor en la lucha contra el sida y el apoyo al Plan de Emergencia del presidente de EE.UU. para el Alivio del Sida, o PEPFAR, que celebró su 20 aniversario el año pasado. Bono y sus compañeros de U2 también figuran entre los galardonados en la ceremonia de los Kennedy Center Honors de 2022. El sábado aceptará la Medalla de la Libertad.
En el campo de la ciencia, Biden reconocerá al director ejecutivo de Planetary Society y defensor del clima, Bill Nye, y a la mundialmente famosa conservacionista Jane Goodall. Nye ha colaborado con la administración en el pasado para impulsar las iniciativas climáticas de la Casa Blanca de Biden, grabando una entrevista en 2021 con Biden en la Casa Blanca para impulsar el plan del presidente “Reconstruir mejor”. Una versión reducida de la legislación se basó finalmente en la Ley de Reducción de la Inflación, después de que el proyecto inicial no obtuviera suficiente apoyo en el Congreso.
Se concederán medallas póstumas al icono de los derechos civiles Fannie Lou Hamer y al exsecretario de Defensa Ash Carter, mientras que el defensor del colectivo LGBT Tim Gill, el líder del capital privado David Rubenstein y el fundador del American Film Institute y del Kennedy Center Honors George Stevens Jr. completan la lista.
El presidente electo Joe Biden ha anunciado que reconocerá a varias personalidades destacadas con la prestigiosa Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad. Entre los galardonados se encuentran la ex secretaria de Estado Hillary Clinton, el cantante Bono, el futbolista Lionel Messi y otras figuras destacadas en sus respectivos campos.La Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad es la más alta condecoración civil de Estados Unidos y se otorga a personas que han realizado contribuciones significativas a la seguridad nacional, la paz mundial, la cultura o cualquier otro campo de interés público. Biden ha destacado el impacto positivo que estas personalidades han tenido en la sociedad y ha expresado su admiración por su dedicación y logros.
La ceremonia de entrega de las medallas se llevará a cabo en la Casa Blanca en una fecha aún por determinar, y se espera que sea un evento emotivo y lleno de celebración. Sin duda, este reconocimiento es un merecido homenaje a personas que han dejado una huella imborrable en la historia y que continúan inspirando a otros a través de su trabajo y compromiso. ¡Felicidades a todos los galardonados!
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Biden to recognize Hillary Clinton, Bono and more with Presidential Medal of Freedom
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President Joe Biden will award the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to 19 people Saturday, recognizing a broad swathe of luminaries across politics, culture and the arts, including former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, designer Ralph Lauren, soccer superstar Lionel Messi, U2 frontman Bono and philanthropist and megadonor George Soros.
The medal is presented to people “who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors,” according to a White House statement. Biden himself is a recipient, having been presented with the medal by then-President Barack Obama in the closing days of his administration.
“President Biden believes great leaders keep the faith, give everyone a fair shot, and put decency above all else,” the White House said in the statement. “These nineteen individuals are great leaders who have made America a better place. They are great leaders because they are good people who have made extraordinary contributions to their country and the world.”
Two prominent American political figures will be posthumously honored: former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and former Michigan Republican Gov. George Romney, the father of former Sen. Mitt Romney.
In remarks eulogizing Kennedy’s wife Ethel last year, Biden said he had “only two political heroes in my life: Dr. [Martin Luther King Jr.] and Bobby Kennedy,” while noting he’d decorated his Oval Office with a bust of Kennedy. The storied political family had made national headlines in recent months with the Kennedys’ second-eldest son, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., controversially chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to be the next Department of Health and Human Services secretary.
Biden has previously recognized a number of political allies with the award, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn last year.
The president’s decision to honor Clinton caps off a long history of mutual admiration between the two Democratic leaders and comes after Bill and Hillary Clinton honored Biden with the Clinton Global Citizen Award in a surprise New York Ceremony last September. Accepting the award, an emotional Biden thanked the former secretary of state “for the way you have helped me, the way you’ve spoken up for me with such passion.”
“I can’t tell you, you can ask Jill, I – anyway, I love you. I love you,” Biden said.
The president will also recognize Soros, a liberal megadonor who the White House says “has supported organizations, and projects across the world that strengthen democracy, human rights, education, and social justice,” and famed Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour, who hosted political fundraisers for the Biden campaign.
Lauren, a design industry titan, is also among the honorees Saturday. Lauren’s clothing has long been a favorite of the Biden family, including first lady Jill Biden, who wore a Ralph Lauren design on the cover of Vogue in August, and first granddaughter Naomi Biden, who wore a Ralph Lauren dress for her White House wedding in 2022.
Celebrity chef, humanitarian and outspoken Trump critic José Andrés will be recognized for his work with the World Central Kitchen, which the White House says “has revolutionized the way food aid reaches communities affected by natural disasters and conflict around the world.”
In entertainment, actors Michael J. Fox and Denzel Washington are slated to be honored, along with Messi and retired NBA player Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Washington was scheduled to be among those honored in 2022, but he had to pull out of the ceremony after testing positive for Covid-19.
Last year, musician and humanitarian Bono joined Jill Biden in her box at the State of the Union address, where he was recognized for his work fighting AIDS and building support for the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, or PEPFAR, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year. Bono and his U2 bandmates were also among the honorees for 2022’s Kennedy Center Honors ceremony. On Saturday, he’ll accept the Medal of Freedom.
In the field of science, Biden will recognize Planetary Society CEO and climate advocate Bill Nye and world-famous conservationist Jane Goodall. Nye has partnered with the administration in the past to further the Biden White House’s climate initiatives, recording a 2021 interview with Biden at the White House to push the president’s “Build Back Better” plan. A pared down version of the legislation eventually based as the Inflation Reduction Act after the initial bill failed to garner sufficient support in Congress.
Posthumous medals will be awarded to civil rights icon Fannie Lou Hamer and former Defense Secretary Ash Carter, while LGBT advocate Tim Gill, private equity leader David Rubenstein and American Film Institute and Kennedy Center Honors founder George Stevens Jr. round out the list.
President Joe Biden announced today that he will be awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to several notable individuals, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and U2 frontman Bono. The Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the United States and is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to society.In addition to Clinton and Bono, Biden will also be recognizing several other individuals for their achievements and contributions. Among them are civil rights activist Dolores Huerta, scientist and astronaut Mae Jemison, and musician Joni Mitchell.
The ceremony to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom will take place next month at the White House, where the recipients will be honored for their dedication and service to their respective fields. Biden stated that he is proud to recognize these individuals for their outstanding achievements and for their impact on society.
Stay tuned for more updates on this prestigious event as we celebrate the accomplishments of these remarkable individuals.
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Hillary Clinton, George Soros and Denzel Washington will receive the highest US civilian honor
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington will be awarded the nation’s highest civilian honor on Saturday in a White House ceremony.
President Joe Biden will bestow the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 of the most famous names in politics, sports, entertainment, civil rights, LGBTQ+ advocacy and science.
The White House said the recipients have made “exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.”
Four medals are to be awarded posthumously. They are going to Fannie Lou Hamer, who founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and laid the groundwork for the 1965 Voting Rights Act; former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy; George W. Romney, who served as both a Michigan governor and secretary of housing and urban development; and Ash Carter, the former secretary of defense.
Kennedy is father to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for health and human services secretary. Romney is the father of former Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney, one of Trump’s strongest conservative critics.
Major philanthropists receiving the award include Spanish American chef José Andrés, whose World Central Kitchen charity has become one of the world’s most recognized food relief organizations, and Bono, the frontman for rock band U2 and a social justice activist.
Sports and entertainment stars being recognized include professional soccer player Lionel Messi; retired Los Angeles Lakers basketball legend and businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson; actor Michael J. Fox, who is an outspoken advocate for Parkinson’s disease research and development; and William Sanford Nye, known to generations of students as “Bill Nye the Science Guy.”
Other awardees include conservationist Jane Goodall; longtime Vogue Magazine editor-in-chief Anna Wintour; American fashion designer Ralph Lauren; American Film Institute founder George Stevens Jr.; entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ activist Tim Gill; and David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group global investment firm.
Last year, Biden bestowed the Presidential Medal of Freedom on 19 people, including the late Medgar Evers, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina and actor Michelle Yeoh.
In a historic move, Hillary Clinton, George Soros, and Denzel Washington are set to receive the highest US civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to society and have demonstrated exceptional leadership in their respective fields.Hillary Clinton, the former Secretary of State and first woman to be nominated for President by a major political party, is being honored for her years of public service and tireless advocacy for women’s rights and equality.
George Soros, the billionaire philanthropist and founder of the Open Society Foundations, is being recognized for his commitment to promoting democracy, human rights, and social justice around the world.
Denzel Washington, the award-winning actor and director, is being celebrated for his iconic performances and powerful portrayals of complex characters that have inspired audiences for decades.
These three individuals have each made a lasting impact on society in their own unique ways, and their contributions will be celebrated and honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Join us in congratulating Hillary Clinton, George Soros, and Denzel Washington on this well-deserved recognition.
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Hillary Clinton, George Soros to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will award the nation’s highest civilian honor to more than a dozen politicians, philanthropists and cultural icons, the White House announced Saturday.
The list of 19 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients includes former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and billionaire donor George Soros. The recipients are scheduled to receive the awards at a White House ceremony Saturday. Four people are being honored posthumously.
The medal is “presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors,” the White House said in a news release.
“These nineteen Americans are great leaders who have made America a better place,” the statement added. “They are great leaders because they are good people who have made extraordinary contributions to their country and the world.”
Clinton is set to receive the award about two weeks before her former political rival, President-elect Donald Trump, is sworn in for a second term. In 2016, Clinton became the first woman nominated by a major party for president before losing to Trump.
Soros, who founded the Open Society Foundations, has contributed more than $32 billion to his organization, which supports a variety of human rights and pro-democracy causes, according to his website. He is also a major Democratic donor.
Other recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Saturday include humanitarian and chef José Andrés, whose World Central Kitchen has helped provide food for civilians in war zones and areas hit by natural disasters; Jane Goodall, a highly acclaimed conservationist and scientist; and Bill Nye, a science educator who rose to fame with the show “Bill Nye the Science Guy.”
Several entertainment, sports and cultural icons will also be honored, including U2 singer Bono, actors Michael J. Fox and Denzel Washington, athletes Lionel Messi and Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and fashion icons Anna Wintour and Ralph Lauren.
Biden will honor multiple recipients posthumously, including Robert F. Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1968 during a presidential run. Kennedy was a senator representing New York and had served as attorney general during the administration of his brother, President John F. Kennedy.
Also being honored posthumously is Ashton Carter, who was secretary of defense during the Obama administration and oversaw the United States’ push against the Islamic State, and George Romney, the governor of Michigan during the 1960s and the father of former Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah.
Biden himself received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2017 during the final days of the Obama administration. Then-President Barack Obama surprised Biden with the award, which was presented “with distinction,” an added honor.
Biden has awarded the medal to dozens of others during his four years in office. The ceremonies usually take place about once a year, though Biden also awarded former Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards with the medal in November.
Earlier this week, Biden awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 recipients, including Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo. Thompson and Cheney served on the House Jan. 6 committee and have faced Trump’s ire. The Presidential Citizens Medal is the second-highest civilian honor, behind the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
In a surprising announcement, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and billionaire philanthropist George Soros are set to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.The decision to award this prestigious honor to Clinton and Soros has sparked controversy and divided opinions across the political spectrum. Supporters of the two recipients see them as champions of democracy and human rights, while critics argue that their actions and beliefs do not align with the values of the Medal of Freedom.
Clinton, who made history as the first woman to be nominated for president by a major political party in 2016, has been a trailblazer for women’s rights and has dedicated her life to public service. Soros, known for his philanthropic efforts and support for progressive causes, has been a vocal advocate for democracy and social justice.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is typically awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The decision to award it to Clinton and Soros is sure to generate continued debate and discussion in the coming weeks.
What are your thoughts on this controversial decision? Let us know in the comments below.
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Biden awards Medal of Freedom to Hillary Clinton, Bono Messi and 16 others : NPR
Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton, when they served as vice president and secretary of state, respectively, are seen here on Dec. 8, 2016. Biden is honoring Clinton and 18 others with the Medal of Honor.
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President Biden is awarding the Medal of Freedom to 19 people, including civil rights icons such as the late Fannie Lou Hamer and prominent political leaders such as former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and billionaire Democratic fundraiser George Soros.
He’s also honoring actors and athletes, including Michael J. Fox, Denzel Washington as well as Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi and Earvin “Magic” Johnson, the retired basketball star who led the Los Angeles Lakers to five championships.
“These nineteen Americans are great leaders who have made America a better place. They are great leaders because they are good people who have made extraordinary contributions to their country and the world,” the White House said in a statement.
Biden will also posthumously grant the medal to former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, the father of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who President-elect Trump has nominated to be his secretary of Health and Human Services; and former Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter, as well as George W. Romney, who served as the chairman of the American Motors Corp. before becoming Michigan governor and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. He is also the father of Utah Sen. Mitt Romney.
Additional recipients include:
José Andrés – the renowned chef who brought food aid around the world through his World Central Kitchen.
Bono – the frontman for legendary rock band U2 and activist against AIDS and poverty.
Tim Gill – the entrepreneur whose work advanced LGBTQI rights and equality.
Jane Goodall, a world-renowned ethologist and conservationist whose research transformed human understanding of primates and human evolution.
Ralph Lauren, a fashion designer who has also helped influenced culture, business, and philanthropy.
William Sanford Nye – who inspired and influenced generations of American students as “Bill Nye the Science Guy.”
David M. Rubenstein – the co-founder and co-chairman of The Carlyle Group, where he built one of the most successful global investment firms.
George Stevens, Jr. – the American writer and director who founded the American Film Institute and co-creator of the Kennedy Center Honors.
President Joe Biden has awarded the prestigious Medal of Freedom to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, humanitarian and U2 frontman Bono, soccer legend Lionel Messi, and 16 other notable individuals. In a ceremony at the White House, Biden praised the recipients for their extraordinary contributions to society and their commitment to making the world a better place.Clinton was recognized for her decades of public service and advocacy for women’s rights and equality, while Bono was honored for his work in fighting poverty and disease around the globe through his philanthropic efforts. Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time, was lauded for his talent on the field and his charitable work off the field.
Other recipients of the Medal of Freedom included scientists, artists, activists, and community leaders who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. Biden commended each of them for their dedication and passion in making a positive impact on the world.
The Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the United States, and the recipients join a prestigious group of individuals who have been recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to society. Congratulations to all the honorees on this well-deserved recognition.
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Another Florida Democratic lawmaker Hillary Cassel switches parties
A second Florida Democratic lawmaker has switched parties this month, further swelling the legislative Republican supermajority.
Rep. Hillary Cassel of Dania Beach, first elected to the state House in 2022, made the announcement on Tuesday afternoon.
“The decision was not made lightly but comes from a deep sense of responsibility to my constituents and my commitment to the values that guide my service,” Cassel said in a social media post, less than two months after winning a reelection in which she ran unopposed.
In a move that drew blowback from Democrats, Tampa state Rep. Susan Valdés shared the same news earlier this month. Valdés said she’d felt “ignored” by her party.
In her announcement, Cassel said the Democratic Party didn’t represent her values.
“As a proud Jewish woman, I have been increasingly troubled by the Democratic Party’s failure to unequivocally support Israel and its willingness to tolerate extreme progressive voices that justify or condone acts of terrorism,” she said. “I’m constantly troubled by the inability of the current Democratic Party to relate to everyday Floridians.”
The Florida Democratic Party criticized the news in a Friday evening press release.
“Now is not the time to back down and walk away, it’s time for leadership and self-reflection,” said Nikki Fried, its chair, in the emailed statement. “Floridians put their trust and faith in Representative Hillary Cassel to fight for them but unfortunately today, they lost representation in the Florida House. Rep. Cassel’s decision to change parties is deeply disappointing, but we cannot afford to turn our backs on Floridians.”
This reporting content is supported by a partnership with Freedom Forum and Journalism Funding Partners. USA Today Network-Florida First Amendment reporter Douglas Soule is based in Tallahassee, Fla. He can be reached at DSoule@gannett.com. On X: @DouglasSoule.
In a surprising turn of events, another Florida Democratic lawmaker, Hillary Cassel, has announced her decision to switch parties. Cassel, who has been a member of the Democratic Party for over a decade, cited her disillusionment with the party’s direction and leadership as the primary reasons for her decision.In a statement released to the press, Cassel stated, “I can no longer align myself with a party that does not truly represent the values and principles that I hold dear. The Democratic Party has strayed too far from its roots and has become increasingly out of touch with the needs of everyday Americans.”
Cassel’s decision to switch parties comes at a time of growing discontent within the Democratic Party, with many members expressing frustration with the party’s lack of a clear vision and direction. Cassel’s move is likely to be seen as a significant blow to the party, as she was considered a rising star within Democratic circles.
It remains to be seen what impact Cassel’s decision will have on the political landscape in Florida, but one thing is certain: her defection is a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Democratic Party as it seeks to rebuild and regain the trust of voters.
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Trump hails Florida Dem’s decision to ditch party, join GOP: ‘THANK YOU HILLARY!’
President-elect Donald Trump congratulated and thanked Florida state Rep. Hillary Cassel after the Sunshine State lawmaker announced her decision to dump her Democratic Party affiliation and join the GOP.
“Today, I am announcing my decision to change my party affiliation from Democrat to Republican,” Cassel said in a statement. “I will be joining the Republican Conference of the Florida House of Representatives because I believe in their vision for a better, more prosperous Florida.”
In a statement hailing the move, Trump urged more Democrats to defect.
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Left: Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump smiles during a Hispanic roundtable at Beauty Society on Oct. 12, 2024 in North Las Vegas, Nevada; Right: Florida state Rep. Hillary Cassel (Left: Ethan Miller/Getty Images; Right: flhouse.gov)
“Congratulations to Hillary Cassel for becoming the second State Representative from the Great State of Florida to switch her Party affiliation from Democrat to Republican, once more expanding the GOP Supermajority in the State House! I would further like to invite other Disillusioned Democrats to switch Parties, and join us on this noble quest to Save our Country and, Make America Great Again – GREATER THAN EVER BEFORE. THANK YOU HILLARY!” Trump exclaimed in a Truth Social post.
Cassel’s announcement came after fellow Florida state Rep. Susan Valdés announced earlier this month that she was switching her registration from Democrat to Republican.
While seeking office in 2022, Cassel described herself as a “proud Democrat,” “pro-choice champion,” and “faithful ally of the LGBTQ+ community.”
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Florida state Rep. Susan Valdés (flhouse.gov)
She also pledged that she would “stand up to #ClimateChange deniers” and “stand up to the NRA and fight for a ban on military style assault rifles and the high capacity ammunition that make them so lethal.”
But now Cassel says the Democratic Party does not reflect her values.
“As a mother, I want to help build a world where our children are judged on their character and their actions not on their labels,” she noted in her statement. “As a proud Jewish woman, I have been increasingly troubled by the Democratic Party’s failure to unequivocally support Israel and its willingness to tolerate extreme progressive voices that justify or condone acts of terrorism. I’m constantly troubled by the inability of the current Democratic Party to relate to everyday Floridians. I can no longer remain in a party that doesn’t represent my values.
Florida state Rep. Hillary Cassel (flhouse.gov)
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“I know I won’t always agree on every detail with every Republican, but I do know that I will always have input, collaboration, and respect. The House Republican Conference empowers members to find common sense solutions to real issues facing all Floridians. They welcome different ideas and collaboration, which is the cornerstone of effective government. Those are my values,” Cassel noted.
President Trump took to Twitter today to praise Florida Democratic congressional candidate Omar Smith for his decision to leave the Democratic party and join the Republican party.In his tweet, Trump wrote: “THANK YOU HILLARY! Another Democrat sees the light and joins the winning team. Welcome to the GOP, Omar Smith!”
Smith, who is running for Congress in Florida’s 15th district, announced his decision to switch parties earlier this week, citing the Democratic party’s shift towards socialism and far-left policies as his reason for leaving.
Trump’s tweet comes as no surprise, as he has long been critical of the Democratic party and has made efforts to court disaffected Democrats to join the Republican party. Smith’s decision is seen as a significant win for the GOP in a crucial swing state like Florida.
The move also highlights the growing divide within the Democratic party, as more moderate members feel alienated by the party’s leftward shift. It remains to be seen how Smith’s decision will impact the upcoming election, but for now, Trump is reveling in the victory. #Florida #GOP #Democrats #Trump #OmarSmith
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