In a recent interview with The Guardian, Harrison Ford, the acclaimed actor best known for his role as Indiana Jones, has taken a strong public stance against President Donald Trump, labeling him a ‘criminal’ for his approach to climate policy. Ford expressed deep concern over Trump’s apparent disregard for environmental issues and the potential consequences of inaction on climate change. He criticized Trump for lacking policies and instead relying on whims, which he described as ‘ignorance, hubris, lies, and perfidy.’
Ford’s remarks were detailed during a conversation with The Guardian, where he emphasized Trump’s lack of genuine climate initiatives. He mentioned that Trump’s ‘drill, baby, drill’ mantra is unlikely to succeed, arguing that it’s essential to focus on renewable energy and technological advancements. Ford highlighted the importance of political will and intellectual sophistication to address the climate crisis, stating that human adaptability and inventiveness are key to finding solutions.
During the interview, Ford also pointed out Trump’s contempt for wind turbines, attributing it to a lack of exposure to renewable energy technologies. He noted that Trump’s criticism of wind turbines as ‘ugly’ and his call for the UK to ‘get rid of the windmills and bring back the oil’ during a visit to Europe this summer reflect a broader disdain for climate-conscious initiatives.
Ford’s criticism of Trump is not new; the actor has been an outspoken critic for years. He endorsed former Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election via a recorded video statement. Ford’s campaign video for Harris included a message emphasizing the importance of protecting the right to disagree with policies, underscoring his belief in democratic values and robust debate.
Additionally, Ford has criticized Trump’s economic policies, lamenting that ‘the rich get richer and the poor get poorer,’ a sentiment he has voiced in multiple interviews. Despite his frustrations, Ford has maintained that people should still fight for what they believe is right, even in the face of adversity. These comments reflect a broader trend of public discontent with Trump’s leadership, particularly regarding his handling of environmental and economic issues.