Bill Maher Compares U.S. Constitution to the Bible
On Friday’s episode of “Real Time,” comedian Bill Maher expressed a rather bold thought: he suggested that “nobody actually reads” the U.S. Constitution. This comparison, he argued, likens it to the Bible, which seems to be held in reverence but rarely examined.
Maher posed an intriguing question: “Is the Constitution still a reality, or has it become just a vibe?” He urged the Supreme Court to consider its role in safeguarding democracy. His provocative claim was that the Constitution, much like the Bible, is treated as a revered text without true engagement. “It’s an old document,” he said, “but ignoring it is almost commonplace.” He added that even the most devout don’t take the Bible’s words literally.
He was also critical of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, stating that although they had some impact, the “total disregard for the Constitution is too high a price to pay.” In a humorous note, he likened how some conservatives carry the Constitution and treat it as “an iPhone user agreement written on parchment.”
Moving on to Trump’s construction of a ballroom, Maher was dismissive of the media’s coverage. “I really don’t give ratings,” he said while reflecting on how reactions to the renovation were polarized. Initially, the media took a strong stance, suggesting the project was desecrating the White House. However, Maher noted, “they’ve done things to the White House before.” He simply considered the ballroom a building, not particularly worth the outrage.
He even suggested that the ballroom could be a practical investment since state dinners are currently being held in makeshift tents. “This is America!” he exclaimed. He later noted that the funding for the ballroom comes from private sources, meaning taxpayers aren’t footing the bill.
In his critique of the media’s “either/or” reporting perspective, Maher indirectly raised broader questions about how public figures and their actions are scrutinized. “I think he’s doing this to improve the White House, not for some ulterior motive,” he concluded.
