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George Clooney Defends Biden Op-Ed as 'Civic Duty' in CNN Interview

The actor reaffirmed his decision to call for President Biden's withdrawal in 2024, citing concerns over age and party accountability, while addressing criticism of his stance.

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  • George Clooney described his July 2024 New York Times op-ed urging President Biden to withdraw from the race as a 'civic duty,' emphasizing the importance of truth-telling within his party.
  • Clooney expressed that his decision stemmed from witnessing Democrats 'not telling the truth' about Biden's age-related decline following a fundraiser and debate performance.
  • The op-ed, published shortly after Clooney hosted a record-breaking fundraiser for Biden, contributed to growing pressure that led to Biden's withdrawal and Kamala Harris assuming the Democratic ticket.
  • In a CNN interview, Clooney defended his right to criticize and emphasized the principle of accepting consequences for speaking out, invoking broader themes of freedom of speech and accountability.
  • Clooney also shared his perspective on the Democratic Party's future, highlighting Maryland Governor Wes Moore as a promising leader and advocating for new leadership to address current challenges.