President Biden awarded the Medal of Freedom to 19 recipients, including Magic Johnson and Lionel Messi.

NBA star Earvin "Magic" Johnson and soccer star Lionel Messi were among 19 recipients honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Joe Biden. Johnson was recognized for his philanthropic efforts, business success, and advocacy on HIV/AIDS, while Messi was honored for his work with children's health and education through his foundation and as a UNICEF ambassador. The award, the nation's highest civilian honor, also posthumously recognized civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer and former Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter.

January 04, 2025
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