After the president did the same for Washington, the actor gave the president a hug.
As reporters filed in for a ceremony, Bono greeted one and quipped, It was really good.
You didnt miss anything.
Joe Biden gives the Medal of Freedom to BonoPhoto by Tom Brenner/Getty Images
One recipient was listed among the honorees but did not appear: Lionel Messi, the soccer great.
His name was not read among the honorees.
It was a scheduling issue, according to what the White House pool reporter was told.
Joe Biden gives the Medal of Freedom to Magic Johnson.Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images
The elder Soros is a longtime Democratic megadonor and frequent target of the right.
Anna Wintour, another Biden honoree, has been a fundraiser and donor.
After she received her medal, Wintour stopped and shook the hand of another honoree, Ralph Lauren.
Other honorees included chef Jose Andres, philanthropist Tim Gill and philanthropist David Rubenstein.
Bono (@U2@RED@ONECampaign) receives the Presidential Medal of Freedom.pic.twitter.com/5GsCiJr65z
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