George Clooney’s Encounter with President Biden That Shook Him to His Core
A recent book by CNN anchor Jake Tapper and Axios correspondent Alex Thompson, titled Original Sin, reveals a shocking incident that took place during a high-profile campaign event involving George Clooney and President Joe Biden. The incident, which occurred at a fundraiser in Los Angeles, left Clooney reevaluating his support for Biden’s reelection campaign.
According to the book, Biden was reportedly in such a compromised state that he did not even recognize Clooney at the event. Video footage from the meeting shows Clooney attempting to engage in small talk with Biden, expressing sympathy for the long journey the presidential candidate had taken to attend the event. However, Biden appeared disoriented and unresponsive, leaving Clooney visibly unsettled.
The book describes Biden as looking “severely diminished,” as if he had aged significantly since Clooney last saw him. An aide had to gently remind the president of Clooney’s identity, to which Biden responded with a vague acknowledgment. It became clear that Biden had failed to recognize one of the most recognizable men in the world, leaving Clooney deeply affected by the encounter.
Witnesses at the fundraiser recounted the uncomfortable moment, with one VIP guest stating, “It was not okay. That thing, the moment where you recognize someone you know – especially a famous person who’s doing a fundraiser for you – it was delayed. It was uncomfortable.”
Following the fundraiser and Biden’s lackluster debate performance against Donald Trump, Clooney penned an op-ed for The New York Times urging Biden to withdraw from the presidential race. In the op-ed, Clooney expressed doubts about Biden’s chances of winning the election and suggested that his withdrawal would be necessary for the Democratic Party’s success.
The book also delves into concerns surrounding Biden’s mental and physical health during his presidency, with Democratic insiders reportedly discussing his ability to serve as president behind closed doors. Speculations about the president potentially using a wheelchair if elected to a second term were also mentioned in the book.
With the recent revelation of Biden’s cancer diagnosis, political figures are now emphasizing the importance of respecting his privacy and focusing on his health rather than scrutinizing his mental acuity. Despite past criticisms from figures like David Axelrod, Biden’s current health challenges call for a more compassionate approach from the public and political commentators alike.
