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Bill Maher Critiques U.S. Iran Strategy on HBO

3/22/2026

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Comedian Bill Maher criticized U.S. strategy in the Iran conflict on his HBO show, citing failures to manage the Strait of Hormuz and to understand drone warfare.
He referenced Iran's retaliatory attacks and expressed skepticism about an uprising against the Iranian government, likening it to the French resistance during World War II.
Maher highlighted the challenges posed by a surveillance state.
He said President Donald Trump lacks control over the Strait, a situation that has impacted oil prices.
Maher remains critical of Iran's regime but opposes deploying ground troops in the conflict.

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Comedian Bill Maher criticized U.S. strategy in the Iran conflict on his HBO show, citing failures to manage the Strait of Hormuz and to understand drone warfare.
He referenced Iran's retaliatory attacks and expressed skepticism about an uprising against the Iranian government, likening it to the French resistance during World War II.
Maher highlighted the challenges posed by a surveillance state.
He said President Donald Trump lacks control over the Strait, a situation that has impacted oil prices.
Maher remains critical of Iran's regime but opposes deploying ground troops in the conflict.