Former Trump White House Chief Advisor Steve Bannon didn’t hold back when addressing President Joe Biden’s decision to award billionaire George Soros the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Calling the move “disgraceful,” Bannon urged incoming President Donald Trump to revoke the honor as one of his first actions in office. For Bannon and many conservatives, the decision to celebrate Soros—a figure synonymous with left-wing influence—felt more like a partisan stunt than a genuine acknowledgment of national contributions.
Soros was among 19 recipients selected by Biden for the nation’s highest civilian honor, with the White House describing the honorees as individuals who have “made America a better place.” Soros’ son, Alex, accepted the medal on behalf of his father, who has channeled more than $32 billion into progressive causes and candidates through his Open Societies Foundation. Critics argue that much of this funding has gone toward electing far-left district attorneys and advancing policies that undermine traditional American values.
Bannon wasted no time in suggesting that Trump should make rescinding Soros’ medal a priority upon taking office. Speaking on his show, Bannon declared it “an absolute disgrace” to award such a distinction to a man he described as “demonic” and actively working to weaken the United States. Bannon framed the award not as a celebration of contributions but as a direct insult to the principles of the constitutional republic Soros allegedly seeks to dismantle.
The criticism didn’t stop there. Bannon doubled down on his stance, arguing that Trump’s first executive order should be to strip Soros of the medal as a symbolic rejection of Biden’s left-wing agenda. Referring to Soros as a figure committed to destroying America, Bannon called the award a slap in the face to the country’s foundational ideals. For Bannon, reversing this recognition would signal a clear departure from the policies of the Biden administration.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is traditionally awarded to individuals whose achievements have significantly benefited the nation or the world. However, the decision to include Soros in this list has sparked a firestorm among conservatives, who view his influence as deeply divisive. As Trump prepares to take office, Bannon’s call to action underscores a broader narrative among conservatives: that reversing Biden’s policies isn’t just about governance—it’s about reclaiming America’s identity. Whether or not Trump will act on Bannon’s suggestion remains to be seen, but the controversy surrounding Soros’ award is unlikely to fade anytime soon.
Former Trump White House Chief Advisor Steve Bannon didn’t hold back when addressing President Joe Biden’s decision to award billionaire George Soros the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Calling the move “disgraceful,” Bannon urged incoming President Donald Trump to revoke the honor as one of his first actions in office. For Bannon and many conservatives, the decision to celebrate Soros—a figure synonymous with left-wing influence—felt more like a partisan stunt than a genuine acknowledgment of national contributions. Soros was among 19 recipients selected by Biden for the nation’s highest civilian honor, with the White House describing the honorees as individuals who have “made America a better place.” Soros’ son, Alex, accepted the medal on behalf of his father, who has channeled more than $32 billion into progressive causes and candidates through his Open Societies Foundation. Critics argue that much of this funding has gone toward electing far-left district attorneys and advancing policies that undermine traditional American values. Bannon wasted no time in suggesting that Trump should make rescinding Soros’ medal a priority upon taking office. Speaking on his show, Bannon declared it “an absolute disgrace” to award such a distinction to a man he described as “demonic” and actively working to weaken the United States. Bannon framed the award not as a celebration of contributions but as a direct insult to the principles of the constitutional republic Soros allegedly seeks to dismantle. The criticism didn’t stop there. Bannon doubled down on his stance, arguing that Trump’s first executive order should be to strip Soros of the medal as a symbolic rejection of Biden’s left-wing agenda. Referring to Soros as a figure committed to destroying America, Bannon called the award a slap in the face to the country’s foundational ideals. For Bannon, reversing this recognition would signal a clear departure from the policies of the Biden administration. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is traditionally awarded to individuals whose achievements have significantly benefited the nation or the world. However, the decision to include Soros in this list has sparked a firestorm among conservatives, who view his influence as deeply divisive. As Trump prepares to take office, Bannon’s call to action underscores a broader narrative among conservatives: that reversing Biden’s policies isn’t just about governance—it’s about reclaiming America’s identity. Whether or not Trump will act on Bannon’s suggestion remains to be seen, but the controversy surrounding Soros’ award is unlikely to fade anytime soon.