Robert De Niro brands Trump a ‘Clown’ while campaigning for Biden outside trial

In a fiery speech outside the New York City courtroom where Donald Trump’s hush money trial is taking place, actor Robert De Niro didn’t hold back in his criticism of the former president. Calling Trump a “clown” who is hellbent on destroying American democracy, De Niro joined forces with two former law enforcement officers who were present at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6th attack by Trump supporters.

De Niro, a staunch Democrat who recently voiced an ad for President Joe Biden, warned of the dangers of a Trump presidency, stating, “If he gets in, I can tell you right now, he will never leave.” He emphasized the need to stop Trump by voting him out once and for all, drawing parallels to historical dictators who were initially dismissed as jokes.

The event, organized by the Biden campaign, aimed to highlight Trump’s threat to democracy and civil liberties. However, Trump’s campaign dismissed the gathering as a mere stunt, with spokespersons accusing the Biden camp of desperation.

Despite the heated exchange of words, a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll showed the two men effectively tied among registered voters. De Niro’s impassioned speech resonated with many New Yorkers who have long been familiar with Trump’s antics, with the actor emphasizing that the time to take Trump seriously is now.

As the trial continues to unfold, the clash between De Niro and Trump’s camp underscores the deep political divide in the country and the high stakes of the upcoming election.