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George Clooney Endorses Wes Moore as Top Democratic 2028 Contender

New York PostApril 17, 20251 min1,583 views
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George Clooney's 2028 Democratic Pick

  • 🌟 George Clooney believes Maryland Governor Wes Moore is currently the standout candidate among potential Democratic presidential contenders for 2028.
  • 💡 Clooney praised other Democratic governors like Andy Beshear and Gretchen Whitmer, but stated Moore is "levitating above" the rest.

Reasons for Moore's Standout Status

  • 🌉 Clooney highlighted Moore's leadership during the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore as a key factor.
  • 🎖️ Moore's military background and his work at the Soros-backed Robin Hood Foundation were also cited as reasons for his prominence.

Democratic Party Strategy

  • ⏳ Clooney emphasized the need for Democrats to rally behind a candidate sooner rather than later, noting the party's current poor polling.
  • 🗣️ He suggested that Moore has the potential to unify Democrats for a challenging election cycle.

Wes Moore's Background and Controversies

  • 🏛️ Moore, 46, was a supporter of President Biden before his withdrawal from the 2024 race.
  • ⚠️ He has faced scrutiny over a reported misrepresentation of receiving a Bronze Star on a past application, which he attributed to an honest mistake.
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