Trump Plans Awarding Presidential Medal Freedom to Giuliani After Injury

President Donald Trump announced he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, shortly after Giuliani was seriously injured in a car crash. Trump praised Giuliani as the "greatest Mayor in the history of New York City" and an "equally great American Patriot," highlighting his leadership following the September 11 attacks. Despite Giuliani's recent legal troubles, including criminal charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results and civil contempt rulings, Trump proceeded with the honor. Giuliani remains hospitalized but is reported to be in good spirits and recovering from injuries sustained in the accident. The timing and location for the Medal of Freedom ceremony have not yet been announced. The award underscores the continued political support from President Trump for Giuliani amid ongoing controversies.