Biden, Hollywood’s relief for withdrawal. “Now we must defeat Trump” –

Among Hollywood actors who are outspoken Democrats, Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race for the White House has been widely praised, as has Kamala Harris, the running mate indicated as the candidate. Robert De Niro said he has “respect, admiration and affection” for Biden for his decision. “In an act of shrewd politics and selfless patriotism, Joe Biden is stepping aside to pave the way for another Democrat to become president… Because there is nothing more important to our country than defeating Donald Trump at the ballot box,” De Niro said.

Barbra Streisand was on the same page: “We should be grateful for her support of our democracy,” she wrote on X. Jamie Lee Curtis also spoke out, openly endorsing Harris’ candidacy, who is “trusted, tested, and a fierce advocate for women’s and black rights, and her message is one of hope and unity for America at a time of great national division.” In recent weeks, suggestions had been made to Biden by Hollywood royalty to step aside, starting with George Clooney, who wrote an op-ed in the New York Times, but also Michael Douglas, who said it seemed unlikely that the White House chief would be able to secure a second term.