Biden awards Anna Wintour, George Soros and Bono with Medal of Freedom

The White Home mentioned in an announcement that billionaire philanthropist and Democratic megadonor George Soros had “supported organizations and tasks the world over that strengthen democracy, human rights, schooling and social justice”.

Again to the Future star Michael J Fox seemed emotional as Biden praised his accomplishments, together with his advocacy for Parkinson’s illness analysis.

The president embraced actor and director Denzel Washington after presenting him along with his medal.

Hillary Clinton obtained a standing ovation from attendees when her flip got here. She was the Democratic White Home candidate who misplaced to Donald Trump within the 2016 election.

Inter Miami soccer star Lionel Messi, retired Los Angeles Lakers basketball participant Earvin “Magic” Johnson and designer Ralph Lauren additionally obtained the medal.