Biden Announces Liz Cheney to Receive Presidential Citizens Medal

President Joe Biden will formally announce recipients of the Presidential Thursday at 5 PM, and one name on the list is sure to raise eyebrows: Liz Cheney. The former Republican member of Congress — and vocal critic of President-elect Donald Trump — is among the 20 names in a statement released early Thursday morning.

The Presidential Citizens Medal is awarded to citizens of the United States of America who have performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens. President Biden believes these Americans are bonded by their common decency and commitment to serving others. The country is better because of their dedication and sacrifice.

Cheney is the lifelong Republican who helped lead the House Select Committee investigation on January 6th as co-chair. She worked closely with House Democrat Bennie Thompson, who served as a co-chair on the same investigation that concluded with a damning report on the lack of action by then-President Trump. As a result, Cheney became a target of fierce criticism from Trump.