Pope Leo XIV will receive the National Constitution Center’s Liberty Medal this year.
The Villanova grad said he’s “deeply grateful” for the honor.
It will be awarded at a ceremony on Independence Mall on July 3, but the pontiff is not expected to be there in person. The Constitution Center said the pope intends to deliver live acceptance remarks virtually from the Vatican, and his speech will be livestreamed to those watching on the mall and at home on its website.
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Mar 16, 2026




