Bill Maher Criticizes Democrats, Considers Voting for Vance in 2028
Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher has expressed dissatisfaction with the Democratic Party, particularly its progressive wing, stating he may consider voting for Vice President J.D. Vance in the 2028 presidential election. Maher made these remarks during an interview with Vance on his HBO show, 'Real Time With Bill Maher,' and reiterated them on ABC's 'This Week.'
Maher criticized the Democratic Party's drift towards democratic socialism, highlighting issues such as its stance on capitalism and foreign policy regarding Israel. He described certain elements within the party as 'a level of nutty' and suggested that radical voices are taking over.
While Maher has traditionally supported Democrats, he stated his vote is 'in play' for 2028, contingent on Republican candidates like Vance and Marco Rubio rejecting the 'win or they cheated' narrative associated with former President Trump. Maher emphasized the need for restoring credibility to electoral outcomes.
These comments have not elicited official responses from Maher, the Democratic Party, or Vice President Vance. The remarks were aired during broadcast interviews and reported by major outlets including TheWrap, Salon, and The Hill.