Pope Leo VIX was awarded the National Constitution Center's 38th Liberty Medal during a ceremony Friday in Philadelphia.
Pope Leo addressed the alleged feud between himself and President Donald Trump on Saturday, reiterating that his remarks promoting the Gospel's message of peace were not intended to debate the president.
The president's attacks on Pope Leo will have political ramifications for the GOP as they head into the midterms.
Pope Leo XIV blasted the "handful of tyrants" who are ravaging Earth with war and exploitation, as he preached a message of peace.
The home of one of Pope Leo's brothers was the victim of an unfounded bomb threat on Wednesday night, according police.
President Trump has criticized Pope Leo for his stance on the Iran war.