In a controversial move, President Joe Biden has awarded Presidential Medals of Freedom to two polarizing figures: Hillary Clinton, the twice-unsuccessful presidential candidate, and George Soros, the billionaire philanthropist often accused by critics of advancing a far-left agenda.
As reported by RedState’s Rusty Weiss, critics are calling this decision emblematic of what some label “the Worst Presidency of All Time.” Among the first to voice dissent was Elon Musk, who posted:
A travesty that Biden is giving Soros the Medal of Freedom https://t.co/LGvGe8kqKE
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 4, 2025
The decision also sparked satire. The humor site The Babylon Bee commented:
Biden Awards Presidential Medal Of Freedom To Skeletor https://t.co/d73uX1qkXn pic.twitter.com/PhFmKpQpe6
— The Babylon Bee (@TheBabylonBee) January 4, 2025
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk shared his reaction:
Hillary Clinton has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, forever tarnishing the nation’s highest civilian award. pic.twitter.com/4pnXF7ocIE
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) January 4, 2025
Critics didn’t hold back their disdain for what they see as misplaced honors. William Wolfe tweeted:
What an inspiration to young women everywhere!
— William Wolfe 🇺🇸 (@William_E_Wolfe) January 4, 2025
Hillary Clinton is living proof that you, too, can become the Secretary of State, let four Americans die on your watch in Benghazi, and still receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Moving.pic.twitter.com/ftcI8FWjMb
Adding fuel to the fire, Hunter Biden attended the ceremony, prompting sarcastic remarks.
Cheshire Grin
— Conservative Brief (@ConservBrief) January 4, 2025
Hey, look – Pardoned First Son Hunter Biden showed up for the Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony today.
Perhaps he wants one of those too?! pic.twitter.com/uWG5lCViJW
Notably absent from the honorees was Vice President Kamala Harris. Many highlighted the contrast between Biden’s own emotional response when President Obama awarded him the same honor during their administration:
“Joe Biden cried during the ceremony when Obama surprised him with the Medal of Freedom, but he’s giving Kamala Harris the cold shoulder.”
As the end of Biden’s presidency looms, frustration among critics continues to grow. Senator JD Vance offered a biting hypothetical:
Looking forward to Biden giving the Presidential Medal of Freedom (posthumously) to Pol Pot and Count Dracula.
— JD Vance (@JDVance) January 4, 2025
The backlash underscores deepening divisions, with many viewing these awards as a final, contentious legacy of Biden’s presidency.
