Bill Maher Discusses Potential Republican Vote with JD Vance

During an interview on his HBO show 'Real Time With Bill Maher' on June 27, 2026, comedian Bill Maher indicated that he may vote for a Republican candidate in the 2028 presidential election. He mentioned Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as potential choices. Maher expressed dissatisfaction with the recent New York primaries, where candidates supported by Democratic Socialists won in Democratic districts. He criticized the direction of the Democratic Party, stating, 'If this is where they’re going, my vote is in play.' Maher clarified that he typically votes based on the candidates rather than their party affiliation, noting that he would not vote for Donald Trump if he were on the ballot. He urged Vance to address the narrative surrounding election integrity, stating that the perception of election outcomes must change. Vance responded by attributing the debate's skewing to big tech influence.