Bill Maher warns that the Democratic Party is being 'colonized' by socialists, says his 'vote is in play'
Bill Maher told his HBO audience that the Democratic Party is increasingly influenced by socialist ideas, particularly those of the Democratic Socialists of America. He said this shift has put his own vote in play for upcoming elections. Maher highlighted a recent pledge by two Democratic congressmen and noted that only a small number of party members have signed it.
- ▪Maher described the Democratic Party as being "colonized" by a growing socialist movement within the party.
- ▪He said his vote is in play and he will not support candidates who he believes endorse extremist positions such as cheering for the intifada.
- ▪Maher referenced a pledge by Representatives Tom Suozzi and Adam Gray urging Democrats to affirm they are capitalists, not socialists.
- ▪He reported that only eight out of 212 Democratic members signed the pledge.
- ▪Maher criticized the Democratic Socialists of America for influencing the party’s platform.
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Bill Maher Bill Maher warns that the Democratic Party is being 'colonized' by socialists, says his 'vote is in play' The comedian said he would vote for Sarah Palin before backing DSA candidates running within his own party By Julia Bonavita Fox News Published August 1, 2026 11:17am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bill Maher says Democrats are being 'colonized' by growing socialist movement, reveals his 'vote is in play' Comedian Bill Maher argued on Friday's episode of HBO's ‘Real Time’ the Democratic Party is being ‘colonized’ by socialist ideology, saying the influence of the Democratic Socialists of America has left his ‘vote in play.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Comedian and talk show host Bill Maher…
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