Trump Reflects on 'Wasteful' White House Dinner with Bill Maher
In a candid social media post on Valentine's Day, former President Donald Trump expressed regret over a dinner meeting with comedian Bill Maher, labeling it a significant waste of his time. The lengthy Truth Social message detailed an encounter at the White House last year, where Trump described Maher as nervous and lacking confidence upon arrival.
A Tense Oval Office Meeting
Trump recounted that Maher, who requested the dinner through a mutual friend, entered the Oval Office appearing extremely anxious. "He was extremely nervous, had ZERO confidence in himself and, to soothe his nerves, immediately, within seconds, asked for a 'Vodka Tonic,'" Trump wrote. He noted that Maher admitted to feeling scared, which Trump found somewhat endearing in the moment.
Following the dinner, Maher publicly praised Trump on his HBO show, calling him "gracious and measured." However, this positive impression was short-lived, as Maher soon resumed his critical commentary of Trump in subsequent episodes.
Post-Dinner Fallout and Criticism
Trump expressed frustration with Maher's return to negative portrayals, dismissing the comedian's influence due to low television ratings. "Fortunately, his Television Ratings are so low that nobody will learn about his various Fake News statements about me," he stated. Trump compared Maher to other late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert, conceding that Maher might be "slightly more talented" but ultimately no different in his critical approach.
In a final jab, Trump concluded, "In any event, it was a total waste of time for me to have this jerk at the White House." This reflection highlights the ongoing tensions between political figures and media personalities, even in seemingly cordial settings.
