George Clooney speculation US President

We do not know what is being said by Jill Biden behind closed doors, we also don't know what is happening to Biden's health (possibly Parkinsons?). I'm just about to listen to the latest episode of The Rest is Politics, US and will be interested to hear what Scaramucci and Kay think. Last time it was discussed S thought Biden would be gone by the end of July.

I think it's perfectly okay for actors/celebrities to give their opinions about the President, providing they are keen political activists, like George Clooney is and raises millions for the Democrats.

I under no circumstances think the validity of opinions should be based on how much money people have raised

I’ve long held the view that Clooney has a long term ambition to be in The White House. Which was reinforced when he married a lawyer and not an actress or model. I do actually wish he’d bring his plans forward a few years. Imo Trump wouldn’t stand a chance against him! As for actors and politics, look what a revelation Swarzeneger ( albeit being a Republican) has been.

eazybee

Yet another good actor attempting to influence politics.

... as do others with sufficient wealth - though they might not be celebrities.

But, is there any reason to exclude a celebrity from the political arena? Clooney has been 'politically active' and involved in politics for very many years. Just because he's an act-or doesn't mean he can't also be an activist.

[MayBee70] yes, think we were all surprised he Married at all...but he does have a smart wife and has donated millions to the Democrats...and agree with you ..Trump wouldn't stand a chance against George...he gets more handsome as he gets older ..and he still has that magnetic charm and appeal and is a good orator..

I think Biden has to go, sadly. If he thinks that the errors he made were OK, then thats a reflection of his poor judgement.

Would prefer if Clooney had made those remarks in private circles, but he probably has already. It would be best if Biden consults and names a successor?

here are some alternatives mooted

www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jun/28/who-could-replace-joe-biden-here-are-six-possibilities

Clooney is a member of a powerful fund raising group and will have been "authorised" to make his statement about Biden.He is not just some "actor" and money is what US politics is all about. What he said was meant to be a strong message to Biden from his main funders and will carry huge weight. Whether or not it will be sufficient to get Biden to step down remains to be seen but he is in serious trouble.

Handsome rich yes they are brilliant characteristics for a president. Dear God.

If he continues, he is dodgy now, what's he going to be like in a few years?

Galaxy

Handsome rich yes they are brilliant characteristics for a president. Dear God.

Or we could have an elderly, mentally unstable President. Or a megalomaniac, egotistical, misogynist with his "locker room" talk who gets through White House Advisors quicker than I get through a bottle of Sauvignon - and that's saying something.

Handsome and rich begins to look like a great alternative

nanna8

Michelle Obama would be very good but I think she has more sense. She knows exactly what is involved. These days heading the USA would be a poisoned chalice if ever there was one. Maybe that is why they are paving the way for the dreaded Trump ?

Why a poisoned chalice?

I dont keep up with USA politics.

Spinnaker

I bet Starmer is wishing he hadn't announced that Biden was mentally agile now.

Did you believe he was telling the truth? I thought he was being very economical with it. Sir Kier doesn't want to rock the boat this early on.

RosiesMaw2

Hear, hear.
This man has the red nuclear button within reach - it is terrifying to think of him pressing it by accident or in confusion.
What a choice the US has- max (Trump) or senile (Biden).
Michelle Obama has stated more than once that she is not interested- I wonder if anybody has put an ad up in the Washington Jobcentre?

Don’t worry, Maw. He won’t remember the code!

The democrats have to get a doctor to declare that he is unfit to govern and remove him, kicking and screaming, from the White House.

President Zelensky suddenly cancelled his own press conference after he was addressed as Putin.
So embarrassing.

I could imagine Joe Biden mistaking the nuclear button for a lift button.

SporeRB

The democrats have to get a doctor to declare that he is unfit to govern and remove him, kicking and screaming, from the White House.

President Zelensky suddenly cancelled his own press conference after he was addressed as Putin.
So embarrassing.

I could imagine Joe Biden mistaking the nuclear button for a lift button.

Just unbelievable when you watch this .. what more re damage can Biden do?

I’m wondering if those supporting Biden are secretly Trump supporters who know Trump’s best bet is for Biden to stay. Just a horrible nagging suspicion.

George Clooney has said repeatedly that he has absolutely no interest in running for any political position particularly POTUS.

He is a committed Democrat, and an active fund raiser.

So far Biden's gaffes pale into insignificance compared with Trump ......
(7 mins)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MyLwAokINc

(but I do think we need another candidate, however I'm not in the US)

FYI

George Clooney supports the following charities:

Charities & foundations supported 37

George Clooney has supported the following charities listed on this site:

21st Century Leaders
American Foundation for AIDS Research
American Foundation for Equal Rights
Andrea Bocelli Foundation
Ante Up For Africa
Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes
CARE
Casey Lee Ball Foundation
Cinema For Peace
Clothes Off Our Back
ENOUGH Project
Entertainment Industry Foundation
Everyone Matters
Feeding America
Golden Hat Foundation
International Rescue Committee
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Make It Right
Make Poverty History

Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation
Not On Our Watch
ONE Campaign
Onyx and Breezy Foundation
Oxfam
Partners in Health
Realizing the Dream
Red Cross
Rock For Darfur
Satellite Sentinel Project
Save the Children
Screen Actors Guild Foundation
Small Steps Project
Stand Up To Cancer
UNICEF
United Way
Whatever It Takes
World Food Programme

I get so embarrassed every time he appears. I would think his wife would have tried countless times to get him to stand down. She always looks very anxious when they are together. He comes across as very stubborn. You can see he is just not present when meeting leaders. Sad really but the situation needs to be dealt with as it has the potential to negatively affect so many lives.

Aveline

I read that Michelle Obama is being suggested as a substitute for Biden. That could work.

Michelle Obama has said repeatedly that she has no interest in being President.

As far as a button being hit accidentally that would trigger a nuclear war : that’s not how it works.

No sane person wants Trump as President . He is full of ridiculous , uneducated remarks ,
Trump is the real danger .

It must be so humiliating for Biden each time he makes a gaffe.. surely he must have advisors other than the A list actors who are now suggesting he leave.. My choice would definitely be one of the Obamas but sadly I don't think they will stand..

pascal30

It must be so humiliating for Biden each time he makes a gaffe.. surely he must have advisors other than the A list actors who are now suggesting he leave.. My choice would definitely be one of the Obamas but sadly I don't think they will stand..

Biden didn't have a particularly good relationship with Obama when he was his VP. He does have a better relationship with Clooney despite him being an "A list actor
"The fundraiser that Clooney headlined raised $28 million for Biden's reelection campaign, the most for the Democratic Party from a single event in history" CNN

Explanation from CNN of the Democratic Party’s rules.
edition.cnn.com/2024/07/11/politics/biden-replacement-process-dnc/index.html
It looks like the only viable alternative is Kamala Harris, unless they change their constitution.