Hollywood star George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, have recently found themselves at odds with the Biden administration. This friction comes after Amal, a renowned human rights lawyer, supported the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to issue an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Clooneys' involvement in the controversial decision has led to a significant public and political backlash.
Amal Clooney's role in advising the ICC prosecutor on the arrest warrants was highlighted earlier this week. She and a panel of legal experts concluded that there were reasonable grounds to believe Netanyahu and several Hamas leaders committed war crimes and crimes against humanity amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Amal publicly supported the ICC's steps, stating that these actions were necessary to bring justice to victims in Israel and Gaza.
George Clooney is a closeted John Cusack pic.twitter.com/Wd8CChLIso
— Marina Medvin 🇺🇸 (@MarinaMedvin) June 7, 2024
In response, President Joe Biden sharply criticized the ICC's move, calling it "outrageous" and reiterating the U.S. commitment to Israel's security. Biden emphasized that there is no equivalence between the actions of Israel and those of Hamas, firmly rejecting the ICC's allegations against Israeli leaders. This public admonishment by the President has placed the Clooneys in a difficult position, especially given George Clooney's long-standing support for Biden.
The tensions between the Clooneys and the White House were further evident when George and Amal were notably absent from a high-profile White House dinner hosted by the Bidens. The event, attended by numerous celebrities and political figures, saw the absence of the Clooneys, sparking speculation about whether their no-show was a protest or a snub following the ICC controversy.
George Clooney is a fucking piece of shit. pic.twitter.com/fJIxWkBMAY
— illuminatibot (@iluminatibot) January 6, 2023
Despite this strained relationship, George Clooney is still expected to attend a major fundraiser for Biden's 2024 campaign in June. This upcoming event will also feature former President Barack Obama and actress Julia Roberts, among others. However, Clooney's participation could prove awkward given the recent public disagreement between his wife and the Biden administration.
The Clooneys' involvement with the ICC has not only impacted their relationship with the Biden administration but has also drawn criticism from various quarters. Supporters of Israel have condemned Amal Clooney's actions, accusing her of bias and undermining Israel's security.
This controversy underscores the complex and often contentious nature of international law and politics, particularly when it involves high-profile figures like the Clooneys.
As the Clooneys navigate this delicate situation, their actions and decisions will continue to be closely watched, both by supporters and critics. The outcome of their involvement in the ICC's decisions and their relationship with the Biden administration could have lasting implications for their public image and influence in both Hollywood and political circles.
