Art Garfunkel says Donald Trump and global warming are making him want to “leave” America

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Art Garfunkel says Donald Trump and global warming are making him want to “leave” America

NME · 2 hours ago

Art Garfunkel has said he is considering leaving the United States, citing concerns over Donald Trump's presidency and the climate crisis. Speaking to The Guardian, the Simon & Garfunkel singer said he was unhappy with America's current direction, pointing to rising sea levels, global hunger and what he described as Trump's overreach abroad. His remarks add him to a growing list of celebrities, including James Cameron and Rosie O'Donnell, who have expressed similar disillusionment and considered or made moves away from the US since Trump's re-election.

Garfunkel specifically referenced Trump's handling of Venezuela, questioning the precedent set after US forces captured leader Nicolás Maduro eight months earlier, though he added he still hoped for change since "Trump won't last forever." Cameron previously said he was "sickened" by the 2024 election result and welcomed his impending New Zealand citizenship, while O'Donnell relocated to Ireland, prompting Trump to threaten her US citizenship. Separately, Garfunkel also discussed reconciling with former partner Paul Simon after years of a strained relationship following his critical 2015 remarks about him.

  • Art Garfunkel says Trump and climate change may drive him from the US.
  • He criticised Trump's actions in Venezuela and warming-driven crises.
  • Joins James Cameron and Rosie O'Donnell in expressing similar concerns.

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