Maher Downplays Furor Over Trump’s White House Ballroom After East Wing Demolition

Overview

• Bill Maher said he doesn't "give a s---" about President Trump's East Wing remodel into a ballroom and criticized media coverage as one-sided.
• He argued the White House needs a permanent venue for state dinners, noting recent events have been held in tents.
• Maher acknowledged concerns about process, agreeing with Michael Steele that permits should have been obtained for the demolition.
• The White House says the construction is completely privately funded at about $300 million, while a Fox News report cited officials pegging it at $200 million.
• Trump has said more than $350 million has been raised and dismissed reports he planned to name the room after himself as "fake news."