After he presented the awards, he went back to the lectern to ask lawmakers in the room to stand, as well as John Kerry, a former U.S. senator and Biden’s first climate envoy. “Let’s ...

According to the White House press release, this award is given to Americans who "have performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens." ...

President Biden on Thursday awarded the second highest civilian medal to Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson, leaders of the congressional investigation into the Capitol riot who Donald Trump has said ...

Instead, Biden bestowed the award on the pope during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world. "Pope Francis is unlike any who ...

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 ...

Biden gave brief remarks before presenting the awards on Saturday afternoon, taking a moment to collectively address the nominees. "Together, you leave an incredible mark - and I mean this ...