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Biden awards Pope Francis medal of freedom, highest US civilian honor

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

Posted on January 11, 2025

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Last updated: January 27, 2026

President Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom - Global Banking & Finance Review — U.S. President Joe Biden presents Pope Francis with the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction, highlighting this significant moment in U.S. history and honoring the pope's contributions to humanity.

Biden awards Pope Francis medal of freedom, highest US civilian honor

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