Bill Burr Responds to Ben Shapiro's 'Woke' Accusations Amid CEO Criticism

Bill Burr recently responded to Ben Shapiro's accusations of him being 'woke' after Burr criticized 'greedy' CEOs in light of the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. In an interview with The New York Times, Burr dismissed Shapiro as a 'jerk-off,' claiming Shapiro only labeled him 'woke' to gain attention and increase his earnings. Burr emphasized that his comments were directed at the lack of empathy shown towards victims of insurance companies and criticized the media for failing to address this issue. Shapiro, in turn, condemned Burr's remarks as 'truly evil' and suggested that Burr's shift in tone reflects embarrassment over his past popularity with conservative audiences. Burr clarified that he does not condone violence but is frustrated with how the public reacts to corporate greed. The exchange highlights a broader cultural clash between the two figures, with Burr maintaining his stance against political correctness.