Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:55am on 05 Jan 2025,Sunday International
US President Joe Biden awarded billionaire philanthropist George Soros the Presidential Medal of Freedom, sparking mixed reactions. Soros was recognised for his work in democracy, human rights, and social justice. His son, Alex Soros, accepted the award on his behalf. Critics, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Republican leaders, called the honour politically driven. Biden defended the awardees, praising their contributions to American values. Other recipients included Hillary Clinton, Lionel Messi, and Michael J. Fox. Soros, a major donor to Democratic causes, has faced criticism globally for his political influence, with pushback in countries like Hungary and Russia.
