Bill Maher recently took aim at the media for allegedly misrepresenting President Donald Trump’s comments about former Rep. Liz Cheney, suggesting that some outlets twisted Trump’s words to imply he called for Cheney’s execution. During his Real Time Overtime segment, Maher expressed frustration with headlines stating that Trump had called for Cheney to face a firing squad.

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Maher pointed out that Trump’s remarks were clearly about Cheney’s stance on military intervention, not a call for violence. He read Trump’s words to provide full context, where Trump said, “Let’s put her with a rifle standing there.” Maher argued that Trump was critiquing Cheney’s support for sending troops into conflict zones, not making threats.

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“This is what peace activists have said about hawks for decades,” Maher noted. He emphasized that the media’s portrayal was misleading, adding, “I don’t like Trump. Just don’t lie to me.” Maher’s comments resonated with viewers who feel that the media often stretches the truth for political motives.

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), who appeared on the segment, agreed with Maher, describing the media’s angle as “ridiculous and counterproductive.” Raskin acknowledged that he opposes Trump but agreed with Maher’s demand for truthfulness in reporting.

Maher’s criticism highlights a growing distrust of mainstream media, especially as many Americans turn to alternative sources for information. Some speculate that the story was intended to shift focus away from the recent economic report under the Harris-Biden administration, which showed weak job growth outside of government sectors.

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