De Niro Speaks Out Against Trump
Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro has openly criticized Donald Trump, predicting that he “will never leave” office. Speaking at a counter State of the Union event called State of the Swamp, De Niro said he felt “betrayed by my country” and described the U.S. as being run by “a handful of dishonest, greedy, and cruel authoritarians.” He urged Americans to take action to restore the nation’s values and democracy.
Trump Fires Back on Social Media
Trump responded on his Truth Social platform, calling De Niro “deranged” and “seriously CRIMINAL.” He also targeted Democratic Representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, labeling them “lunatics” and suggesting deportation despite their U.S. citizenship. He compared De Niro unfavorably to Rosie O’Donnell, whose citizenship he had previously threatened to revoke.
Polls Show Public Concern
Recent surveys reflect growing skepticism about Trump’s leadership. A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 61% of Americans think Trump has become erratic with age, including 89% of Democrats and 64% of independents. Another poll showed 79% believe U.S. political leaders are too old to represent most Americans. The average age in the Senate is 64 and 58 in the House. A Washington Post/ABC News/Ipsos poll found only 39% approve of Trump’s job performance, though the White House dismissed these results as “fake and desperate narratives.”
