Chris Columbus fears deportation if Trump cameo removed from Home Alone 2

Chris Columbus, director of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, has expressed regret over Donald Trump's cameo in the film, labeling it 'an albatross'. The cameo was a condition for shooting at Trump's Plaza Hotel, a decision Columbus now wishes he could reverse. Despite his desire to remove the scene, Columbus fears potential political retaliation, including deportation, under Trump's administration. Trump, on the other hand, claims that the film's team begged him for the appearance, which Columbus firmly denies. The controversy has resurfaced amidst broader criticisms of Trump's administration's aggressive actions towards its critics. Columbus's remarks were made during an interview with the San Francisco Chronicle, ahead of his honor at the San Francisco International Film Festival.