Ep. #707: WH Border Czar Tom Homan, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Alex Wagner
Sep 20, 2025•59 min•Season 23Ep. 27
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Summary
This episode features Bill Maher's candid thoughts on the politicization of free speech, prompted by a fellow talk show host's cancellation, and the broader climate of right-wing intimidation. Former ICE director Tom Homan provides a detailed perspective on border security challenges, offering statistics and insights into the proposed political drivers behind current immigration policies. A panel discussion with Sen. Joe Manchin and Alex Wagner explores the deteriorating state of political discourse, the struggle for civility, and the evolving identity of the Democratic Party, concluding with Maher's argument that many acts of violence stem from personal nihilism rather than clear political ideology.Episode description
Bill’s guests are WH Border Czar Tom Homan, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Alex Wagner (Originally aired 9/19/25)
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