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Bill Maher Defends Whitmer: Unity Over Division

5/4/2025

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HBO's Bill Maher passionately defended Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer amid liberal backlash for her meetings with President Trump. On "Real Time," he urged her to welcome such interactions, highlighting the necessity of bipartisan cooperation and presidential support for governors. Maher condemned the progressive criticism, advocating for unity in governance.

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HBO's Bill Maher passionately defended Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer amid liberal backlash for her meetings with President Trump. On "Real Time," he urged her to welcome such interactions, highlighting the necessity of bipartisan cooperation and presidential support for governors. Maher condemned the progressive criticism, advocating for unity in governance.