• George Clooney predicts Donald Trump’s influence will fade post-office, comparing him to historical demagogues, while acknowledging his charisma as a “television star.”
• Clooney remains optimistic about America’s resilience, pointing to historical challenges like the 1960s as worse than today’s political climate.
• He voiced concerns about Democratic leadership, highlighting potential leaders like Wes Moore and Gretchen Whitmer, while critiquing the lack of a primary process for Kamala Harris’s 2024 nomination.

Academy Award-winning actor George Clooney did not hold back during a recent interview, where he shared his candid thoughts on President Donald Trump, the rise of authoritarian figures, and the future of the Democratic Party. Speaking with Broadway legend Patti LuPone for Variety’s “Actors on Actors” series, Clooney offered a mix of critique and optimism about the political landscape, addressing key challenges and opportunities for both parties.

Clooney on Trump: “He Will Go Away”

Clooney predicted that President Trump’s influence will wane once out of office, comparing him to other historical demagogues. “From President Jackson to [Joseph] McCarthy to this, the authoritarian, the demagogue—it goes away when they go away,” Clooney explained. He acknowledged Trump’s charisma, calling him “a television star” and admitting that the Republican Party lacks similarly magnetic leadership figures.

Optimism Amid Challenges

While many view the current political climate as uniquely tense, Clooney provided historical context, arguing that America has faced worse. “We’ve been in much worse places,” he said, referencing the 1960s as a far more volatile period. He pointed to the abundance of media sources today as a key difference, noting that while it feels overwhelming, the nation is not as violent or hopeless as it was then.

Democratic Leadership and the 2024 Election

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Clooney also weighed in on the Democratic Party’s leadership. In a CNN interview with Jake Tapper, he revealed that he had publicly questioned President Joe Biden’s cognitive fitness in a New York Times essay, which reportedly contributed to Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 race. Vice President Kamala Harris has since been announced as the party’s nominee, though Clooney expressed concerns about the lack of a primary process.

Looking ahead, Clooney named potential Democratic leaders, including Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, emphasizing the need for candidates with “a sense of humor and purpose.”

Tensions With President Trump

Last month, President Trump fired back at Clooney on Truth Social, dismissing him as a “second-rate movie star” and a “failed political pundit” following his remarks during a “60 Minutes” interview. Clooney has consistently criticized Trump’s policies and leadership while advocating for a return to bipartisan governance.

Implications for the Future

Clooney remains optimistic about the Democratic Party’s prospects, predicting they could win back the House of Representatives in 2025, restoring a “check and balance” on power. As the political landscape continues to evolve, his comments reflect broader concerns about leadership, representation, and the direction of American democracy.

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