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George Clooney Confronts White House Over ICC Warrants for Israeli Leaders

The actor expressed concerns about President Biden's criticism of the ICC's actions, which involve his wife Amal Clooney's legal work.

  • Clooney called Biden aide Steve Ricchetti to discuss the president's 'outrageous' comment on the ICC's warrants.
  • Amal Clooney, a human rights lawyer, assisted the ICC in seeking charges against Israeli and Hamas leaders for war crimes.
  • Biden and other U.S. leaders condemned the ICC's move, arguing it equates Israel with Hamas.
  • The Biden administration initially considered sanctions against the ICC but later opposed such measures.
  • Clooney remains scheduled to attend a Biden fundraiser despite the controversy.
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