Jesse Eisenberg says he will stay in US despite politics

Actor and director Jesse Eisenberg has affirmed his commitment to remain in the United States, stating he feels a responsibility to stay and help others despite his dissatisfaction with the political climate under President Donald Trump. Eisenberg made the remarks while accepting the Presidents Award at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic, which runs from July 3 to 11.

Eisenberg, who was granted Polish citizenship last year, directly addressed questions about potentially leaving New York City. "I am a very lucky American," he said. "I have a nice life. My wife is a teacher, and she teaches a lot of students who are not as lucky as we are. I think we feel, if anything, a responsibility to stay in New York and help those who are struggling through a tougher period in American history." He added that leaving because he dislikes American politics would be "a little silly," because his life is "very good."

His Polish citizenship, for which he applied in 2024, stems from a desire to reconnect with his family's heritage, explored while filming his movie "A Real Pain" in Poland. He has stated he hopes to work more in Central Europe, where he believes...