Bill Maher Criticizes The View Hosts as Poor Women Representatives

Bill Maher criticized the hosts of ABC's 'The View' on his Club Random podcast, suggesting they are "not the best advertisement for women" despite his personal friendships with some co-hosts like Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar. He expressed concerns that the show's commentary, particularly on political matters such as elections, can be unhelpful. Drew Barrymore, Maher's podcast guest, acknowledged the show's format but appreciated Maher's perspective. 'The View' has faced criticism for its liberal bias, with a Media Research Center study highlighting a lack of conservative guests. The Trump administration has also called for the show's cancellation following Behar's on-air remarks about President Trump's alleged jealousy of Barack Obama, which the White House spokesperson dismissed as unfounded. Maher's remarks and the surrounding controversy underscore ongoing debates about media bias and representation on popular daytime talk shows.