'Devastating': Ex-Obama aides react to Clooney calling on Biden to step aside 

Why do Americans care what a celebrity thinks about who they should or shouldn't vote for? Also why do you vote for celebs? This is not a diss I just don't understand it at all. What does a celeb know about the average Americans life?

American politics still the "Best Political Comedy Reality Show"

His toughest critics are coming from CNN. Unbelievable.

Since when is George Clooney, a mere Hollywood actor, a trustworthy commentator on politics? We give these people too much money and unwarrented importance.

What a clown society we live in

CNN "threat to our democracy" quote counter now stands at 84,231.

It's too late to replace Joe Biden. This conversation should have happened 6 months ago.

im confused. didnt clooney have this dinner like a month ago. why didnt clooney say anything until now. so you knew his mind was gone but didnt say anything

Why is no one asking the obvious question: if he steps aside, what is the plan for the Democrats to win? They're complaining about Biden not articulating a plan, what about these critics!? What's their plan?

I want to hear someone say, “Please forgive me. I was fooled. They lied to me and I just went along.”

Pelosi is 84 and bumbling her words also. For God's sake America is there anyone under 65 who you can hold up as an opinion leader?

Who gives a shit what George Clooney says

Who tf cares what George Clooney thinks?

Why does anyone. listen to looney Clooney in the first place His opinion is no better than anyone.elses.

"Well I haven't seen an actor take out a president like that since John Wilkes Booth." ~Greg Gutfeld

This guy actor is nuts. You will note George is playing into Trump’s hands.

WHY DIDN'T YOU SAY ANYTHING BEFORE, GEORGE?

"We finally beat Medicare." 😂

Well you guys didn’t know that he was old and he might forget things but he has knowledge and experience to do the job vs you have non of that besides criticism!!! You understand that person must be popular and know by American people to win the election!! Who do you think is known more than Biden??? Anyone of his critics??? I understand all concerns but you take bigger risk to replace him and confuse his voters!!! Those critics lol how many compare to American who will vote!!! Don’t be ridiculous!!! So much crap over internet by young ambitious people but when comes to delivering they can’t deliver it!!! Politics is not by book and coding programs it’s real life decision makers and you must have experience!!!! World is very hostile and have inexperienced leader could cost America greatly don’t put country in danger with your stupid ambitions and zero experience!!!

Then, both nominees show step down. One can't articulate every day and can't talk about policies, but speaks lies all the time; and the other has moments of blips, but has done amazing things for the American economy. Yes he's old, but who's going to be his replacement?

If anyone cares what George Clooney thinks about politics they're already a fool.

These people are so delusional.

George Clooney should step up then. Dont ask someone else to step aside if you dont have a back up plan.

They are hurting more than helping. If you feel mad about tbe threats to Democracy then why not talk about that?? Why not talk about crazy talk about Hannibal Lector being a great guy?? BtW, what you say does matter. I get that his ability to communicate is an issue. But this talk is only playing into Maga hands. Why not talk about autocracy versus Democracy? Republicans ban together and are loyal. We could learn from their playbook rather than bashing our own candidate

And why do we care what George Clooney thinks? He is an actor. He gets paid to entertain not give us his political analysis.

George and Ax needs to step aside. Where have you been in the last 4 years?

It's NOT a beauty contest, he is doing terrible job debating but great job governing!

Yes you are hurting - stop it already!!! We have Kamala who will step in if need be! Your only helping Trump.

Why do we care about George Clooney’s thoughts on Biden?

Trump will be laughing and probably would have never dreamed that the "debate" would have provided such dividends

Hollywood actors calling the shots? What help or assistance do those people actually bring to the table? NOTHING.

Dumb question - would anyone in their right mind think "Biden's too old, so I'll vote for Trump instead?" I wouldn't but maybe some would. That's what VP's are for - to step in when needed.

Who cares? We donʼt care what CNN says anymore.

Clooney complicit in divinding us. Shame

JFC, Democratic pundents snatching defeat from the jaws of victory right on cue.

Thank goodness us “simple folk” have the great George Clooney and the “beautiful people” to tell us what to do. What would we ever do without George Clooney to run our lives for us????

By now, we should learned our lesson, never trust actors and reality TV hosts.

Michael Steele, former RNC chairman: "The democrats just need to shut up". About Biden running. They are harming themselves.

The "stop saying this stuff out loud" line of argument is maddening. Millions of voters say it out loud every day. The voters are not stupid or children.

Looney doesn’t have to worry, he’ll be safe behind his million dollar mansion and guards or easily fly out if the country when all hell breaks lose smh stop letting this celebrities tell you what’s best for you, your struggle isn’t their struggle

The only reason politicians care what actors think is because they give money to them!

Why does this mf have to chime in on everything

I’m just astonished at the amount of media work highlighting WHY Biden should drop out but less focus on WHAT Trump is still here …. WOW

I was today years old when I learned that John Favreau the democrat speech writer is not John Favreau the Mandalorian guy

Sick of people putting ageism before policy or common sense. No POTUS is supposed to be an island to himself. He has an administration and a chain of command specifically for this kind of situation. We aren't in any specific danger that wasn't there before Biden was elected.

Why is CNN complacent to report the truth. I could care less about celebrities endorsement.

Actors are supposed to know about timing? Just lost respect for Clooney.😮 Couldn’t wait four days till after NATO? 🙁 Show some respect!

I am still trying to figure out why George Clooney's opinion on anything needs to take up airtime

Remember that "Smug Episode" of South Park? That really is Clooney. He thinks we care about his thoughts

Maybe we'd care if Glooney was a respected governor or senator, but some actor that can just run off to his villa in Italy?

Why does Clooney's opinion matter enough to get major news media attention?

Weirdywood is just so jealous that trump kicked them aside and went into politics. 😮😮😂😂

You notice how CNN has been talking about Biden dropping out and have nothing to say about Trump have you noticed that😅

We dont watch CNN for news, we watch it for entertainment. Its all negative satire.

Why is an actor’s opinion more important than politicians?…

What's halarious is if Kamala was as good as they said the dems would have announced her replacing Biden already........

If George Clooney wants Biden not to run then George should run for president. That goes for David Axelrod too. Yes they are HURTING more than HELPING!!

The DEMs should've brought all this up during the primaries, Biden's condition isn't anything new - he's had plenty of moments and has been taking the short steps to Air Force One for months.

Obama told him to go public, Clooney kept quiet before that.

I dare CNN and other mainstream media to find a single voter who will say they voted for XX because of George Clooney! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

CNN received orders to report about Biden stepping down. 😂

All the enablers-politicians and press-should be ashamed. Any American paying the slightest bit of attention, knew we were on this road.

A large percentage of the public trust Clooney's opinion and observations way more than establishment politicians or MSM. That says more about politicians and MSM than it does Clooney.

Wow! Just because the president did not perform well in the debate, he is being asked to not run anymore! Give him a break! There is still another debate coming and let's see how he will perform in the next debate!

Clooney a guy who doesn't even live in the US anymore. He's in Europe most of the time. Screw what he thinks. Im for JOE

If Clowney thought this weeks ago, why did he stay quiet. So weak. Only now comes forward when there is cover and it is relatvely safe to do so. Clowney - PLEASE just stick to acting and stay out of politics. You're ONLY AN ACTOR!!!

George Clowny is not smart at all.

George Clooney 's opinion should not have more weight than the average citizen. He is just an actor/celebrity with an opinion. For my two cents...I think both candidates are bad choices.

LOL @ "devastating " Nobody cares. Clooney doesn't galvanize anyone... 😂😂

“The media has spent almost two weeks calling on a candidate to drop out of the race and somehow it’s not the convicted felon." -- Jimmy Fallon

If Hilary is interested she should come back and run .She is qualified and tested and above all she recognized for her life long contributions in politics . Trump would actually go ballistic and loose his mind. Would love to see his meltdown. It would be epic.😊

Go to the 2:40 mark…. When was the last time the Democratic Party listened to what the voters want?

Oh man you are making fools of yourself!! How often did you call on Trump to resign as candidate??? You are looking like fools!

How is an actors more "devasting" then anyone elses opinion. Who gives a fuck what George Clooney thinks. Hes an actor for god sake.

Clowney hasnt made a good movie since 'From Dusk till DAWN.' Perhaps he should focus on his own failing career and not on others failing careers.

How can the Democratic party justify itself by not allowing a primary and then accuse the Republicans of being a threat to democracy while both parties refuse to allow any outside opposition to speak much less debate?

Clooney needs to get a grip on his perceived self importance.

CNN Needs to stay focused on the news. Not opinions!!! For Goodness sakes bring Project 25 to the table and have a REAL discussion on the facts. I'm getting fed up with them.

BEWARE THE CANADA MODEL: In 1988, the Conservative Party under Brian Mulroney won 169 of 295 seats. His popularity slipped and he decided to retire. In 1993, under the leadership of Kim Campbell, the party crashed down to 2 seats (yes, only 2 seats).

I don't understand why a checkup by one or more independent mental health professionals could not clear this up. All we see are opinions from all over the spectrum. This adds to the confusion. Make a decision: Joe passes the checkup, or he does not.

What TF has this world become when some random celebrity's opinion is 'devastating' 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

George who?

What is this, FOX NEWS???

This is the first time I can remember people asking the president not to run again LOL this is the Twilight Zone

Clooney who??

Damn, his mic makes the CNN audio set up sound amateur

It doesn’t matter what party we belong to. We are all Americans and this is concerning the fish rots at the head first.

My husband has Parkinson's. He saw his neurologist (who is a Democrat) yesterday who said that Biden appears ill, and with Parkinson's or another neurologic disorder. If she says so, I believe her. She believes Biden should step down.

I'm impressed. I didn't think he had it in him. Bravo!

Where is the NEWS, CNN????

I used to think it was up to the people. We the people is now bull shit.

Used to respect Clooney. Obviously he lost his mind and switched sides. Do these clowns not remember how Trump was enabled in the first place? "Yeah, Trump is bad. But Hillary is also not so good." Obviously these guys (not Biden) have cognitive problems - mainly with their memory !

Devastating that a barely educated celebrity shared his opinion

Sooooo... He got a bunch of people to donate money to a guy he thought was a wreck? Fraud?!

Exactly who does Looney Clooney think he is.

It's amazing that an actor has so much pull in a major US political party

Who cares about Clooney and what he thinks. Maybe he should step down from acting!

Clooney thought that his batman movie would be good. So his opinion means a lot.

The real reason they are upset is that their propaganda vehicle lost a wheel. In this instance they lost control of their narrative and plan.

Who cares what a Coffee commercial actor has to say? Why is this news?