Patton Oswalt says Bill Maher was wrong to try to 'placate' Trump, argues it always backfires
Patton Oswalt criticized Bill Maher for attempting to placate Donald Trump, arguing that such efforts are ultimately futile. Oswalt believes that trying to find common ground with Trump can lead to negative consequences. He emphasized that sticking to one's principles is a more effective approach.
- ▪Patton Oswalt stated that Maher's attempts to placate Trump were misguided.
- ▪Oswalt contrasted Maher's approach with that of anti-Trump hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert.
- ▪He warned that anyone who does business with Trump is likely to face destruction.
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Media Patton Oswalt says Bill Maher was wrong to try to 'placate' Trump, argues it always backfires The comedian said Maher had 'good intentions' but argues doing business with Trump leads to destruction By Taylor Penley Fox News Published May 23, 2026 5:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bill Maher breaks down dispute between him and the president, refutes Trump's claims On Friday's episode of "Real Time," host Bill Maher broke down his dispute with President Donald Trump after the president called his dinner with the late-night host at the White House in April a "total waste of time." NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Comedian Patton Oswalt criticized "Real Time" host Bill Maher this week over what he described…
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