George Clooney’s Picks for 2028 Democratic Nomination
Recently, George Clooney shared his thoughts on three Democrats he hopes will pursue the party’s nomination for president in 2028. Notably, he’s had a significant role in the Democratic party’s decisions, like helping to remove Joe Biden from the ticket in 2024, leading to the tumultuous campaign of Kamala Harris.
At The Future of Creativity event in Venice, Clooney discussed these preferred candidates as the Democratic party gears up for the upcoming election cycle. His first choice seems to be Jon Ossoff, the young senator from Georgia. Clooney expressed excitement about Ossoff, stating, “I think we’re all very excited by this young senator from Georgia, Jon Ossoff.”
However, recently, Ossoff faced some backlash after making a sexual innuendo about a Trump staffer, Natalie Harp, implying she might be involved with the president without providing any evidence.
Clooney emphasized that the party needs fresh perspectives. “I am 65 years old, and I think that we need some young voices that are coming up with new ideas and some new thoughts,” he mentioned.
Despite his enthusiasm for younger candidates, Clooney clarified he will not be one of them, asserting he will “absolutely not” run for office himself.
In addition to Ossoff, he also named two governors, JB Pritzker from Illinois and Andy Beshear from Kentucky, as candidates of interest. Pritzker has overseen significant increases in taxes during his time as governor, with Illinois ranking among the highest for gas and property taxes. The state is grappling with serious pension crisis issues as well, which have intensified under his administration.
Clooney stated he would endorse a candidate after the midterm elections in 2026, though his previous endorsements have raised concerns for Democrats, as seen in the last presidential election.
It’s worth noting that Ossoff, Beshear, and Pritzker haven’t gained much traction in the polls, often remaining below one percent in early presidential primary surveys among Democratic voters for 2028.
