Trump mocks Clooney family for moving to crime-ridden France

US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing verbal attack on Hollywood icon George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney. The criticism follows the news that the couple and their young twins have officially become citizens of France. Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump ridiculed the pair, labeling them the "worst political prognosticators of all time."

Trump’s outburst was triggered by the announcement in the French government’s official journal that the Clooneys had been naturalized. The President did not hold back, suggesting that the couple chose to move to a country struggling with immigration and crime issues. He compared the situation in France to the United States under the previous administration, specifically mentioning "Sleepy Joe Biden."

The tension between Trump and Clooney isn't new. In his post, Trump revisited George Clooney's political involvement, particularly his role in a high-profile fundraiser for Joe Biden before later calling for the President to step aside. Trump claimed Clooney’s political opinions are consistently wrong and even took a swipe at his acting career, calling him a "mediocre" talent and just an "average guy" rather than a true movie star.

On the French side, the government defended the decision to grant citizenship. Officials stated that the couple contributes significantly to the international influence and cultural reach of France. However, the move has not been without controversy within the country. Marie-Pierre Vedrenne, a junior minister at the Interior Ministry, raised questions about whether the family received special treatment. This concern stems from the fact that George Clooney has openly admitted his French language skills are quite poor.

The Clooneys have lived in France since purchasing a large estate in 2021, which they now consider their primary home. While Amal Clooney - who was born in Lebanon and raised in the UK - was naturalized under her maiden name, it remains unclear if George has kept his American citizenship. For now, the move has certainly sparked a fresh battle of words between the White House and Hollywood.