Magic Johnson, Lionel Messi to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

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Basketball Hall of Fame member Magic Johnson and soccer great Lionel Messi are among 19 people who will be honored Saturday at the White House with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

The White House announced the honorees, who will meet with President Joe Biden, early Saturday.

The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor and given to those who have "made exemplary contribut