During the latest episode of Real Time With Bill Maher, there was palpable frustration among Maher and his guest panelists as they reacted to the significant cash infusion received by former President Donald Trump.
On Friday afternoon, the corporate entity behind Trump’s Truth Social platform, Trump Media & Technology Group, finalized a merger with Digital World Acquisition Corp. This strategic move is paving the way for the platform’s listing on the NASDAQ, with stocks trading under the symbol “DJT.”
With optimistic valuations for the newly formed entity, Trump stands to gain an impressive increase in his net assets, potentially reaching a staggering $3.5 to $4 billion.
Friday evening saw Bill Maher and his panelists visibly dismayed by this substantial financial windfall for the former president. “This individual seems to have an extraordinary stroke of luck,” remarked Kara Swisher, editor of New York Magazine, in response to the Truth Social news.
“As it stands, his stake, akin to a meme stock akin to GameStop, currently stands at $3.5 billion, and there’s potential for further escalation if demand continues to rise,” Swisher lamented.
Maher interjected, suggesting, “He must have made some sort of pact with fate, given his consistent streak of luck in all endeavors.”
Sara Isgur, a former low-level Trump aide turned commentator, cynically noted Trump’s knack for attracting formidable adversaries. “Consider Michael Avenatti, or Fani Willis in Georgia. His adversaries inadvertently bolster his position,” she observed.
The panel collectively expressed frustration when Maher criticized Attorney General Merrick Garland, suggesting that delayed Trump prosecutions may have cost Democrats. “Garland’s indecision has potentially derailed the prospects of any trials,” Maher bemoaned.
“He seems to effortlessly stumble into advantageous situations time and again.”