De Niro Warns: “He Will Never Leave”
Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro has once again taken aim at President Donald Trump, warning that he believes Trump “will never leave” office unless voters act. Speaking on MS NOW ahead of the State of the Union address, De Niro urged Americans to stand up, saying the president’s remarks about nationalizing elections should not be dismissed as jokes.
The longtime Trump critic also appeared at a counter-event titled “State of the Swamp” at the National Press Club, where he expressed deep frustration with the country’s political direction. Addressing the audience, he said he felt “betrayed” and described the current leadership as driven by greed and authoritarianism.
Trump Fires Back on Social Media
Trump responded forcefully on his Truth Social platform, lashing out at De Niro as well as Democratic representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, who interrupted parts of his speech in the House chamber.
In his posts, Trump suggested that his critics should be deported, despite them all being American citizens. He described De Niro in personal terms and accused him of behavior he labeled “seriously criminal,” while also referencing comedian Rosie O’Donnell, another frequent critic of the president. Trump had previously threatened to revoke O’Donnell’s citizenship, despite longstanding Supreme Court precedent barring such action.
Polls Reflect Divided Public Opinion
The exchange comes amid fresh polling that highlights public concerns about political leadership. A recent Reuters/Ipsos survey found that 61 percent of Americans believe Trump has grown erratic with age, including majorities of Democrats and independents, along with a notable share of Republicans. The same poll indicated widespread concern about the age of elected officials in Washington, with nearly eight in ten respondents saying national leaders are too old to represent most Americans.
Meanwhile, a separate Washington Post/ABC News/Ipsos poll showed 39 percent approval for Trump’s job performance. The White House dismissed negative polling as politically motivated narratives, underscoring how sharply divided public opinion remains.
