Council on American-Islamic Relations Speaks Out On Bill Maher
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned the Kennedy Center's decision to award Bill Maher the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, criticizing his support for Israel and alleged bigotry against Muslims.
- CAIR argued that Maher’s recognition highlights societal double standards regarding bigotry and violence, noting he would not be honored if he were antisemitic or supported terrorism against Jewish people.
- The Kennedy Center announced Maher’s award on June 28, despite earlier White House denials and criticism from President Trump, who chairs the center.
- The ceremony is scheduled to air on Netflix, with the center facing a tight timeline due to an upcoming two-year closure for renovations.
- Maher has publicly supported Israel, condemned Hamas, expressed support for the war in Iran, and previously praised President Trump after visiting the White House.
