Bill Maher Doubles Down on Biden's Prospective Loss Post-Debate

On the latest episode of “Real Time with Bill Maher,” the outspoken liberal comedian doubled down on his bleak outlook for President Joe Biden’s re-election chances following a disastrous debate performance. Maher, known for his candid and often controversial takes, didn’t hold back in his critique of the president.

Key Points:

• Debate Performance: "Wow, huh? Huh? Did you see the debate?" Maher asked his audience during his opening monologue. "In case you missed it, don’t worry, so did one of the contestants." He added, "All night, confused and halting and trailing off. I’ve seen beauty pageant contestants answer questions better."

• Prediction of Defeat: Despite reaffirming his commitment to vote for Biden, Maher reiterated his belief that Trump will win the upcoming election. "He is going to lose. I said it nine months ago, I said it tonight. … Now, it seems like it’s so apparent," Maher stated.

Maher’s comments echo a growing sentiment among political commentators and Democratic insiders. Following the debate, many are questioning Biden’s viability as the Democratic nominee.

Reactions:

• Media Commentary: NBC News’ Kristen Welker reported that Democratic lawmakers feel the race is "effectively over." Far-left podcast host Cenk Uygur was even more blunt, stating that Biden "can’t even talk" and predicting a "bloodbath" against Trump.

• Pushback from Democrats: Despite the mounting pressure, some Democrats are standing by Biden. Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi dismissed calls for Biden to step down, stating, "I don’t know who’s doing that … I’m not doing it."

• Obama’s Defense: Former President Barack Obama also weighed in, reminding the public that "bad debate nights happen" and emphasizing the high stakes of the election. "But this election is still a choice between someone who has fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself," Obama posted on X.

Maher’s stark prediction and the subsequent reactions highlight the growing unease within the Democratic Party as they grapple with Biden’s faltering public image and the looming 2024 election.

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