President Joe Biden will be awarding the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 individuals on Thursday, including Liz Cheney and Rep. Bennie Thompson. Cheney and Thompson served as chair and vice chair of the Committee on the January 6 attack, with Cheney facing criticism from former President Donald Trump. The White House praised Thompson for his dedication to upholding the rule of law and commitment to truth during his time on the committee.
The Presidential Citizens Medal is a prestigious honor bestowed upon American citizens who have demonstrated exceptional service to their country or fellow citizens. Biden has chosen to recognize individuals connected to the January 6, 2021 insurrection, following a similar pattern in 2023 when he awarded the medal to 12 people on the attack's second anniversary.
