Bill Maher has come to the defense of actress Cheryl Hines amid criticism for her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s endorsement of Donald Trump. On his show 'Real Time', Maher labeled those attacking Hines as 'obnoxious posers', emphasizing that she should not be vilified for supporting her husband despite their differing political views. He referenced Larry David's praise of Hines as 'the best person I’ve ever met,' and argued that it's unfair to expect her to denounce her spouse publicly. Maher also called out actor Bradley Whitford for his harsh remarks on social media regarding Hines's silence on Kennedy’s political moves. He expressed frustration over the left's treatment of Hines, stating that it reflects a growing ugliness in liberal discourse. Hines has previously indicated her disagreement with Trump and her husband's political stance, reaffirming her identity as a lifelong Democrat.