Stars Wars icon Mark Hamill planned to leave US after Trump re-election
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Mark Hamill contemplated leaving the United States after Donald Trump's election victory. His wife, Marilou York, convinced him to stay, stating it was not right to let Trump force him out. Hamill criticized the Trump administration for its bullying and incompetence, asserting that the country's global standing is suffering. He humorously mentioned offensive distractions like making Canada a 51st state. Despite the political climate, Hamill remains hopeful that there are more good people than those who support Trump's beliefs.
Hamill had initially planned to leave the US after Trump won the election, but his wife advised him against it, stating, 'I'm surprised you would allow him to force you out of your own country.' This conversation made Hamill reconsider, asserting, 'I'm not leaving.'
Hamill criticized the Trump administration by calling out 'the bullying, incompetence [and] the people.' He mentioned that the current state of the world has been 'crippled' and that it may have long-lasting effects.
Hamill humorously noted Trump's actions, such as making Canada a '51st state' and the takeover of Greenland, calling these distractions 'hilarious' while acknowledging the serious implications.
Despite the political turmoil, Hamill expressed optimism, stating: 'I still believe there are more honest, decent people than there are the MAGA crowd.'
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