Key facts
- Bill Maher responded to Donald Trump's attacks on Truth Social.
- Trump called Maher a 'low-ratings' host with a 'fake laughing machine.'
- Maher cited Trump's approval rating of 35% in response.
- Maher referenced a reported angry phone call between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
During his HBO show 'Real Time,' comedian Bill Maher responded to recent attacks from President Donald Trump on Truth Social. Trump had called Maher a 'low-ratings' host with a 'fake laughing machine.' Maher countered by pointing to Trump's own approval ratings, stating they were at 35%, and highlighted the audience's positive reaction to his retort. Maher also mentioned that he can always tell when Trump is in a bad mood because the former president begins tweeting about him. He further referenced a reported angry phone call between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suggesting it contributed to Trump's foul mood. Maher used stock footage of an applauding audience to jokingly address Trump's claim about fake laughter. Maher also discussed changes at CBS, dismissing the idea that Scott Pelley was a 'national treasure.'