Bill Maher Defends Trump Meeting After Heated Exchange With Washington Post Columnist

Maher rebukes accusations of being used as a prop in a PR stunt, emphasizing the importance of dialogue despite partisan backlash.

Bill Maher faced criticism from Washington Post columnist Josh Rogin, who labeled his recent dinner with Donald Trump a PR stunt to benefit the former president.
During a live panel discussion, Maher defended his decision to meet Trump, describing the interaction as 'gracious and measured' and asserting his commitment to honest reporting.
Maher dismissed Rogin's critique as being influenced by social media-fueled tribalism, questioning the alternative to engaging in dialogue with political opponents.
Piers Morgan, a guest on the panel, supported Maher, arguing that the meeting does not undermine Maher’s ongoing criticism of Trump and highlighting the dangers of extreme partisanship.
The controversy underscores broader tensions over media partisanship and the challenges of fostering political dialogue in a polarized environment.