Biden Awards Pope Francis Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction
President Joe Biden bestows the prestigious award on Pope Francis during a phone call amid wildfires in California.
Above all, he is the People’s Pope — a light of faith, hope, and love that shines brightly across the world.
Biden awards Pope Francis Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction
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In honoring the pope, the White House called the leader of the Catholic church “the People’s Pope – a light of faith, hope, and love that shines brightly across the world.”
Biden gives Pope Francis highest civilian honor before leaving office
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The White House explained why he is worthy of the distinction, praising his many accomplishments while in office, and lovingly referring to him as "the People’s Pope."
Biden names Pope Francis as a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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President Biden honored Pope Francis with the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction, the highest civilian award given by the president, on Saturday, saying the pontiff was a "light of faith, hope, and love that shines brightly across the world."
Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction
CBS News·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.President Joe Biden on Saturday honored Pope Francis with the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction, the highest civilian award given by the president, saying the pontiff was “a light of faith, hope, and love that shines brightly across the world.”
Biden honors Pope Francis with the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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Pope Francis is unlike any who came before. Above all, he is the People's Pope – a light of faith, hope, and love that shines brightly across the world.
After nixed trip to Vatican City, Biden awards Pope Francis the highest US civilian honor
USA TODAY·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.In his citation for Francis, who was born as Jorge Bergoglio in Argentina, Biden lauded the religious leader's life of service to 'the voiceless and vulnerable across Argentina' and his lifetime of service to the poor.
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Summary
President Joe Biden has awarded Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction, recognizing him as a beacon of hope and faith worldwide. The president had intended to present the medal in Rome but canceled the trip to address wildfires in California. Biden expressed his regret over not meeting the pope in person, and during their call, they discussed global peace efforts and Francis's work for vulnerable communities. This award marks the first time Biden has presented the medal with distinction in his presidency, highlighting the unique relationship between the leader and the pope.
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