Prominent Hollywood figures, including George Clooney, Ashley Judd, and Stephen King, have expressed their concerns about President Biden's fitness for re-election, emphasizing the need for a fresh face in the upcoming race.
Renowned actor and humanitarian George Clooney has penned an op-ed in the New York Times, urging President Biden to step aside from the presidential race. Despite his long-standing support for Biden, Clooney expressed concerns about the president's age and declining cognitive abilities, which he believes would hinder his chances of victory in 2024.
Clooney cited Biden's performance at the recent presidential debate as evidence of his concerns, stating that the president he witnessed was "not the same man" he had known for years. He acknowledged Biden's past accomplishments but emphasized that the upcoming election is crucial for the nation and that the party must prioritize finding a more suitable candidate.
Calls for Biden's Departure: Hollywood Stars Raise Concerns on Re-election
Echoing Clooney's sentiments, other Hollywood stars have also spoken out in favor of Biden's withdrawal. Ashley Judd, in an op-ed for USA Today, expressed her belief that Biden should "voluntarily, gracefully step aside" due to his limitations and the potential risk of a Trump victory.
John Cusack, known for his outspoken views on social issues, has been critical of Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and has called for the president to step down to prevent the Democratic party from losing its grasp on power.
Calls for Biden's Departure: Hollywood Stars Raise Concerns on Re-election
Director Rob Reiner has also urged Biden to relinquish his candidacy, tweeting that "it's time for President Biden, for whom we have nothing but the greatest respect, to save our Democracy by passing the torch to a new generation."
Horror icon Stephen King shared his feelings about Biden on Twitter, stating that while he is "a fine president," it is time for him to prioritize the interests of the nation and announce his decision not to run for re-election. King highlighted the importance of preserving American democracy and the need for a candidate who can effectively challenge the Republican nominee.
Calls for Biden's Departure: Hollywood Stars Raise Concerns on Re-election
Mia Farrow, an actress and activist, has repeatedly called for Biden to step down, emphasizing that the stakes of the election are too high to rely on a candidate who may not be capable of winning. She pledged to support any Democrat who could replace Biden and prevent a Trump victory.
Michael Douglas, another Hollywood veteran, expressed his concerns about Biden's ability to win re-election on "The View." While he did not explicitly call for Biden to withdraw, he did agree with Clooney's assessment of the president's debate performance and shared his worries about Biden's long-term effectiveness.
Calls for Biden's Departure: Hollywood Stars Raise Concerns on Re-election
These calls for Biden's departure underscore the growing concerns within the Democratic party about the president's fitness for office and the need to find a strong candidate who can unite the party and defeat the Republican nominee in 2024.
