The decision by President Joe Biden to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and billionaire Democrat donor George Soros sparked criticism.
“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 stated in a press release, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation’s highest civilian honor.
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According to President Biden, strong leaders uphold moral principles, give everyone an equal opportunity, and prioritize decency. These 19 people are outstanding leaders who have improved both the United States and the world. It stated, “They are outstanding leaders because they are decent individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their nation and the world.
In what some saw as the president’s attempt to make fun of President-elect Donald Trump, the awards were presented on Saturday.
As the first First Lady elected to the US Senate, Secretary Clinton made history on numerous occasions over her decades in public service. She became the first woman to be nominated for president by a major U.S. political party after her tenure as Secretary of State, according to the White House.
George Soros founded the Open Society Foundations and is a philanthropist and investor. It stated, “Soros has concentrated on international projects that enhance democracy, human rights, education, and social justice through his network of foundations, partners, and projects in more than 120 countries.”
The billions of dollars that Soros had contributed to Democratic races and causes are oddly missing from the description of him.
According to The New York Post, Republicans were incensed by the two decisions, especially Soros’ campaign backing of “criminal reform” district attorneys whose cities had seen a sharp increase in crime.
Sen. Tim Sheehy, a Republican from Montana, told The Post that “George Soros spent millions electing soft-on-crime politicians that let criminals wreak havoc in our major cities.” “Our Navy SEALs in Libya were deserted by Hillary Clinton.”
“It is a national disgrace that Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to George Soros and Hillary Clinton,” he stated.
Former NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton told The Post that “the substantial financial support of Mr. Soros and his Open Society for far left woke criminal justice reform district attorney and mayoral candidates created havoc in the criminal justice system and significant rises in crime and disorder.”
“I cannot think of anyone who has done more to undermine the rule of law in this country than George Soros,” said Ray Kelly, a former NYPD commissioner and the father of Newsmax host Greg Kelly.
Rep. Jeff Van Drew, a Republican from New Jersey, described the day as “truly sad for America.” “The harm that George Soros and his radical left prosecutors have caused to communities across our nation is probably irreparable.”
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“How can I further embarrass myself?” is a question Joe Biden is pondering in his last days in office. And this is only the most recent instance. Sen. Josh Hawley, a Republican from Missouri, stated that Hillary Clinton ought to have been punished rather than honored with the highest civilian honor in the country.
40% of murders in the US take place in regions where prosecutors are supported by Soros. Biden, meanwhile, presented Soros with a Medal of Freedom. According to Republican political analyst Bill Mitchell on X, “Americans deserve leaders who prioritize safety, not political favors.”
Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas stated, “Police officers deserve the Medal of Freedom for dealing with violent criminals set free by Soros prosecutors.”
Primate researcher Jane Goodall, fashion designer Ralph Lauren, soccer player Lionel Messi, actors Michael J. Fox and Denzel Washington, Vogue’s editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, another ardent Democrat supporter, and former NBA player Earvin “Magic” Johnson were also honored with the award, which is typically given to other well-known figures in culture and entertainment.
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