George Clooney Urges Joe Biden to Withdraw from Presidential Race for Democrats’ Sake
In a bold move, renowned actor George Clooney has appealed to Joe Biden to step aside from seeking re-election for the White House, asserting that Biden is not the same formidable figure he once was.
Clooney, a staunch member of the Democratic Party, penned a guest editorial in the prestigious New York Times shortly after attending a fundraising event with President Biden.
During the event, concerns arose about the president’s well-being when his predecessor, Barack Obama, assisted him off the stage.
In his written piece, Clooney highlighted, “I have great respect for Joe Biden. The senator, the previous vice president, and the president. He is someone I admire and trust.”
“I trust in his integrity, in his principles. Over the past few years, he has emerged victorious in numerous challenges he has confronted.
“However, the battle against time is one he cannot prevail against. None of us can.”
Speculation has intensified regarding Mr. Biden’s re-election campaign following a turbulent debate performance against Donald Trump last month.
In a scathing critique, Clooney further expressed, “It’s painful to acknowledge it, but the Joe Biden I encountered at the fundraiser three weeks ago was not the same influential Joe Biden of 2010. He wasn’t even comparable to the Joe Biden of 2020. He resembled the individual we all witnessed during the debate.”
George Clooney and Joe Biden in the White House in 2009, when Mr Biden was Barack Obama’s vice-president. Pic: Shutterstock
“Was he fatigued? Perhaps. Suffering from a cold? Possible. Nevertheless, our party leaders must cease telling us that the noticeable decline in his performance went unnoticed by 51 million viewers.
“We are all too petrified of the prospect of a second Trump term that we have chosen to disregard every red flag. The George Stephanopoulos interview only reinforced what we witnessed the previous week.
“As Democrats, we collectively hold our breath or lower the volume whenever we witness the president, whom we admire, disembark Air Force One or return to a podium to field an impromptu question.”
The 81-year-old president has resisted all calls to step aside, even from within his own party, affirming his unwavering commitment to remain in the race and beseeching his Democratic counterparts to move past the controversy.
Joe Biden addressing the NATO summit this week
Nonetheless, Clooney asserted, “This concerns age, nothing more. Yet, it is also irrevocable.
“We cannot secure victory in November with this incumbent.”
He went on to state that following the debate, “the floodgates have opened.”
“We can either remain in denial and hope for a miracle in November, or we can confront the reality.”
He acknowledged### Changing Presidential Nominee Sparks Controversy
Changing the candidate so close to the November election was deemed as a “disorganized” decision, yet it was argued that it could “revitalize our party and re-engage voters who had lost interest long before the June debate.”
#### Challenges in the Democratic Party
The article titled “I Love Joe Biden. But We Need a New Candidate” emphasized that Mr. Biden was hailed as a “champion” for defeating Trump in the previous election. The author expressed the sentiment that Mr. Biden was instrumental in preserving democracy in 2020 and that his role was crucial for the upcoming 2024 elections.
#### Setback in Biden’s Campaign
Mr. Biden faced another setback in his re-election campaign when a longstanding ally, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, refrained from endorsing him for a second term in office. During an appearance on the MSNBC show “Morning Joe,” Pelosi did not explicitly express her support for Biden’s candidacy.
#### Public Speculation on Biden’s Future
Speaking on the ongoing debate over Mr. Biden’s political future, Pelosi urged caution, advising individuals to refrain from jumping to conclusions until further developments unfold.
#### Biden’s Performance Evaluation
As President Biden prepared to host NATO’s 75th-anniversary summit in Washington DC, scrutiny over his mental agility intensified. The summit and subsequent news conference were viewed as critical assessments of his cognitive capabilities.
#### Video Presentation on Biden’s Health
A video encapsulating concerns over Biden’s health overshadowing important political events was shared, highlighting the ongoing discussions surrounding the President’s well-being amid key international summits and conferences.
Concerns Over Biden’s Health Dominating Summit Discussion
Several Democratic members of Congress have expressed concerns publicly that Mr. Biden’s performance may impact his chances in the election and their own campaigns for Senate and House seats.
Despite facing resistance within the party, Mr. Biden has managed to contain dissent for now as Democrats remain split on his future.
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As part of his efforts to prove his capability for the role, the president participated in an interview with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos where he faced tough questions about his suitability for office.
TMZ aired a clip showing the TV host being asked by a member of the public on camera, “Should Biden resign?”
Responding, Mr. Stephanopoulos stated, “I believe he cannot complete another four-year term.”
Subsequently, he issued an apology statement. ABC clarified that Mr. Stephanopoulos had shared his personal opinion and not the stance of ABC News.
