Bill Maher responds to Trump's rant about their White House dinner: 'Bulls---'

Donald Trump recently criticized Bill Maher regarding their past dinner at the White House, calling it a “total waste of time.” This commentary came almost a year after the event, during which Maher made jokes that Trump found offensive. In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his disdain for Maher, labeling him a “highly overrated lightweight” and asserting that he is “no different” from other late-night hosts such as Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert (Deadline, Variety, Hollywood Reporter). Trump's remarks were prompted by Maher's commentary on a prediction made by the president concerning China and hockey in Canada. The president's response included a critique of Maher’s television ratings, which he claimed were so low that they would prevent many from hearing Maher’s “various Fake News statements” about him (Deadline, Hollywood Reporter). In his post, Trump emphasized that the dinner with Maher was unproductive and reiterated his view that Maher’s style of humor aligns with that of other liberal comedians, suggesting a lack of originality. This public spat highlights the ongoing tensions between Trump and various figures in the entertainment industry, particularly those who critique him (Variety, Deadline). Bill Maher has since responded to Trump’s comments, referring to them as “bulls---,” indicating his discontent with the former president's assessment of their interaction (Entertainment Weekly). The exchange underscores the contentious relationship between Trump and Maher, reflecting broader cultural and political divides.