Bill Maher took aim at Republican lawmakers after dire reports emerged of conditions aboard a U.S. warship. Speaking on the latest episode of his talk show Real Time, Maher said: 'I've used this phrase before, but Republicans, they have this patriotic immunity.' He continued: 'They can do things that are so unpatriotic and they don't seem to pay a price for it the way a Democrat would.'
Bill Maher Criticises 'Patriotic Immunity' for Republicans Over USS Abraham Lincoln Conditions
UKPulse News DeskComedian Bill Maher has spoken out about the dire conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, calling it 'unpatriotic' and criticising Republican lawmakers for their 'patriotic immunity'.
- The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed to the Middle East for over eight months, with sailors reporting a lack of food and water contamination.
- Comedian Bill Maher has spoken out about the conditions on the ship, calling it 'unpatriotic' and criticising Republican lawmakers for their 'patriotic immunity'.
- The US military is understood to be preparing to replace the Lincoln with the USS George Washington as part of a scheduled Middle East deployment.
Why this matters: The criticism highlights the concerns over the treatment of US sailors and the perceived double standards of Republican lawmakers.
What this means for you: If you're concerned about the treatment of US sailors, you can contact your local representatives to express your concerns.