In a surprising turn of events, Hollywood actor and activist George Clooney has called on President Joe Biden to step aside from the presidential race, mere weeks after co-hosting a high-profile fundraiser for the president’s campaign.

Clooney voiced his concerns in an opinion piece published by the New York Times on Wednesday, reflecting on the president’s performance in a recent debate and his observations at the fundraiser. “The Biden people saw during the president’s disastrous debate less than two weeks ago was the same man I saw at the high-profile fundraiser last month,” Clooney wrote, expressing a growing unease about Biden’s ability to continue leading the country.

The actor, known for his outspoken political views and active participation in Democratic fundraising, detailed his concerns about Biden’s capacity to effectively lead given his age. “In the last four years, he’s won many of the battles he’s faced,” Clooney acknowledged. “But the one battle he cannot win is the fight against time. None of us can. It’s devastating to say it, but the Joe Biden I was with three weeks ago at the fundraiser was not the Joe ‘big F-ing deal’ Biden of 2010. He wasn’t even the Joe Biden of 2020. He was the same man we all witnessed at the debate.”

Clooney’s shift in support marks a significant moment, as he is one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood to publicly suggest that Biden step down. This comes as Democrats in Washington continue to deliberate on the best path forward as the November elections approach.

The opinion piece has sparked a wave of discussions and debates within political circles and among the public. Many see Clooney’s comments as a reflection of growing concerns within the Democratic Party about Biden’s age and vitality as he seeks a second term in office.

Clooney’s remarks have already ignited a flurry of reactions from both supporters and critics of the president. Some view his statements as a necessary call for a fresh perspective and leadership within the party, while others see it as an unnecessary distraction that could harm Democratic unity ahead of a crucial election.

Credit: Washington Examiner