Staff Reports
Dave Portnoy, the outspoken founder of Barstool Sports, didn’t hold back in his criticism of actor George Clooney. Portnoy took to social media to slam Clooney for his recent op-ed in the New York Times, where the Hollywood star suggested that President Joe Biden should withdraw from the presidential race. This comes just weeks after Clooney co-chaired a lavish fundraiser for Biden, raising over $30 million for his campaign.
Portnoy didn’t mince words, calling out Clooney for his belated revelation about Biden’s alleged state of being a “vegetable.” The conservative commentator mocked Clooney for suddenly deciding to speak out, questioning why the actor would wait until now to express doubts about Biden’s capabilities. Portnoy sarcastically praised Clooney as a “hero” for his delayed realization.
What a hero George Clooney is for coming forward 3 weeks after his fundraiser to declare Joe Biden a vegtable #Clooney https://t.co/OPb77L9mwd pic.twitter.com/6p0GDEW0Di
— Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) July 10, 2024
Continuing his scathing critique, Portnoy lambasted Clooney for acting as if he was making a noble sacrifice by questioning Biden’s fitness for office. Portnoy pointed out Biden’s well-documented gaffes and physical mishaps over the years, highlighting the president’s perceived struggles with coherence and mobility. Portnoy questioned why Clooney had stayed silent for so long if he truly believed Biden was unfit to lead.
In his op-ed, Clooney expressed admiration for Biden but suggested that the president’s recent public appearances raised concerns about his ability to compete against Trump in the upcoming election. Clooney’s commentary echoed the growing unease among some Democrats about Biden’s debate performance and his overall campaign viability.
As calls for Biden to step aside gain momentum within Democratic circles, the president maintains his commitment to staying in the race. Despite the mounting pressure and doubts surrounding his candidacy, Biden continues to push forward, determined to secure another term in the White House.
