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Presidential Medal of Freedom Topic of CRS Report
November 15, 2025
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47639) on Nov. 14, 2025, entitled "Presidential Medal of Freedom" by senior research librarian Ben Leubsdorf.

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SUMMARY

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is considered the U.S. government's highest civilian honor. Awarded by the President, it is often presented to individuals to recognize a lifetime of sign . . .

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