Trump to award Medal of Freedom to pitcher Roger Clemens
President Donald Trump on Wednesday evening announced he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former MLB pitcher Roger Clemens.
TL;DR
- President Donald Trump announced Roger Clemens will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
- Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, introduced Trump at a rally in Texas.
- Trump described Clemens as one of the greatest pitchers ever and deserving of the Hall of Fame.
- The president defended Clemens against past allegations of performance-enhancing drug use, stating he never admitted to anything and no evidence was found.
- Clemens expressed gratitude, calling the award a 'big step up' and expressing loyalty to Trump.