Megyn Kelly labeled Bill Maher a hypocrite following a segment in which the comedian defended Israel and criticized antisemitism [1].
The dispute highlights the ongoing tension among media figures regarding the conflict in Gaza and the standards used to judge international human rights [1].
During a segment on the RISING show, Kelly addressed Maher's comments regarding the state of Israel [2]. She noted that Maher chastised antisemites and said there are "so many worse places" than Israel [2]. Kelly said this position was contradictory given Maher's previous political leanings and public stances [1].
Kelly specifically targeted Maher's consistency in applying moral standards to global conflicts. She said, "He's a hypocrite" [1].
Further criticizing Maher's ideological shifts, Kelly said, "He's full BLM 2020" [1]. This reference suggests that Kelly views Maher's current defense of Israel as being at odds with the social and political movements he supported or aligned with during the 2020 protests [1].
Maher's monologue focused on condemning antisemitism while maintaining that Israel's actions are preferable to those of other nations [2]. Kelly said this defense ignores the severity of the situation in Gaza [1].
The exchange took place as part of a broader discussion on The Hill's RISING program, which frequently analyzes media narratives and political discourse [2].
“"He's a hypocrite."”
This clash reflects the deepening polarization within US media regarding the Gaza conflict. By linking Maher's current pro-Israel stance to his perceived 2020 political alignment, Kelly is framing the debate not just as a policy disagreement, but as a question of ideological consistency and intellectual honesty.
