Comedian Bill Maher took aim at a mayor’s controversial remarks during a recent tribute event, accusing him of exploiting a solemn occasion to criticize Israel’s military response in Gaza. The criticism came after the mayor used the Oct. 7 memorial to voice opposition to the conflict, drawing sharp backlash from Maher on his late-night show. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions over public figures’ statements regarding the Israel-Hamas war and the boundaries of political discourse during moments of national mourning.
Bill Maher criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday's episode of "Real Time" for using his Oct. 7 tribute to condemn Israel's military actions in Gaza.
