George Clooney Becomes a French Citizen Amidst Tension with Trump

The French authorities have welcomed George and Amal Clooney as new citizens, extending this privilege to their two children as well.

Celebrated as one of Hollywood's elite, George Clooney now holds French citizenship.

A newly publicized French record has unveiled that George and Amal Clooney, along with their children, have been granted citizenship by France.

Originating from Lexington, Kentucky, and Beirut, Lebanon respectively, the Clooneys acquired a home in the picturesque region of Provence back in 2021. This move was strategic, as Clooney noted in an autumn interview, to prioritize his children's upbringing.

Clooney expressed concerns about raising children in Los Angeles, fearing the overpowering celebrity culture would mar their childhood. He appreciated France's less intense focus on fame, hoping his children would dodge constant media scrutiny.

During a recent media circuit, Clooney jokingly mentioned that his family often converses in French, leaving him at a disadvantage while he battles to learn the language.

After questions regarding the fairness of their citizenship, France's Foreign Ministry clarified that the Clooneys qualified through a law rewarding significant contributions to the nation's global presence and cultural diplomacy.

Their recognition as citizens stems from Clooney's international fame as an actor and Amal's influential work with global and French institutions.

The ministry expressed delight in welcoming the Clooneys, highlighting their enduring professional and personal connections to France.

Trump Reacts to Clooney's Citizenship

In his typical fashion, President Trump, who has previously clashed with Clooney, couldn't resist weighing in after the news broke.

On the eve of the New Year, Trump criticized the couple, pointing out Clooney's support for Kamala Harris during the 2024 elections.

Trump dismissed Clooney as more political than cinematic, mocking his film career and urging a return to his slogan, 'MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!'

Clooney's retort was swift, aligning momentarily with Trump's stance, yet emphasizing the importance of change in upcoming elections.

A Longstanding Feud Rekindled

Despite living overseas, Clooney remains vocal in American politics, having stirred controversy with calls for President Biden to rethink his candidacy prior to a pivotal electoral shift.

Clooney justified his political stances as necessary interventions, reserved for issues close to his heart.

He's frequently critiqued Trump, particularly for his media relations, a stance mirrored in Trump's barbed responses.

Interestingly, Clooney recalled a time when he had an amicable rapport with Trump, before a discernible shift in their dynamic.

Clooney perceives the current media landscape critically, accusing some networks of compromising their integrity.

CBS publicly reached out to Clooney, inviting him to observe their news operations, playfully greeting him in French.

Clooney maintains his advocacy roles, undeterred by potential backlash, asserting his right to speak openly, irrespective of his cinematic career.