Trump Calls Out Bill Maher
Former President Donald Trump recently criticized Bill Maher and his late-night show, disparaging Maher as “highly overrated” and claiming that his show is in decline.
In a post on Saturday morning on Truth Social, Trump lambasted Maher, the host of the struggling show which he described as plagued by “Fake, Loud and downright annoying laughter pouring out of your set every couple seconds, even when nothing was said that was funny (which is most of the time!).” Trump attributed Maher’s critical stance to what he termed “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” a reference to Maher’s persistent criticism of Trump.
Trump’s comments followed an episode of Maher’s show “Real Time” where former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and former Representative Adam Kinzinger appeared. During the episode, Cuomo and Maher discussed their opposition to a potential Trump presidency, criticizing the politicization of legal actions against Trump, particularly referencing a hush money case in New York. Maher argued that cases related to Trump’s alleged interference in the 2020 election should have been prioritized instead.
The conversation turned heated as Maher highlighted Trump’s involvement in the January 6th Capitol insurrection, a sentiment supported by Kinzinger, who distanced himself from Trump and the GOP after the events of January 6, 2021.
The morning after the episode aired, Trump took to Truth Social to caution fellow Republicans against associating with Maher and his program, dismissing it as “dead.”
Bill Maher has faced criticism from both sides of the political spectrum in recent months. In interviews, Maher has been outspoken about his views on the evolving landscape of American politics. He criticized elements of the left, including its views on gender, race, free speech, communism, border control, and police abolition. Maher has also made controversial predictions about the upcoming presidential election, suggesting that President Biden might lose and expressing concerns that Trump could garner significant support.
Despite Maher’s criticisms and predictions, he remains committed to influencing the political discourse, pledging to oppose a potential Trump re-election vigorously.
In conclusion, Trump’s recent remarks about Maher reflect ongoing tensions within the political and media landscape, highlighting deep divisions and contrasting perspectives on key issues facing the nation.