Biden Awards 19 Americans With Presidential Medal of Freedom

These 19 individuals ‘have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States.’

President Joe Biden presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former House Speaker, Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) during a ceremony at the White House on May 3, 2024. Evelyn Hockstein/Reuters

President Joe Biden on Friday awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to 19 individuals, including politicians, celebrities, and civil rights leaders.

“President Biden often says there is nothing beyond our capacity when we act together,” the White House said in a statement announcing the list of recipients.