THE APEX TIMES
Bill Maher says Democrats are “well on their way” to losing in 2028, citing far-left wins in New York
The HBO host pointed to Democrats he characterized as Democratic Socialists elected in New York as evidence that the party could face political headwinds ahead of the 2028 presidential election cycle.
Bill Maher, speaking in a recent commentary segment reported by The Washington Times, said Democrats are “well on their way” to “blowing 2028.” In the remarks, Maher tied his warning to Democrats elected in New York whom he described as far-left Democratic Socialists.
According to the report, Maher said Democrats “just elected three very far-left Democratic Socialists in New York,” adding that they were “crazy,” and asked how Democrats would avoid electoral problems as a result. The comments were presented as part of Maher’s broader discussion of the party’s direction.
The Washington Times report did not provide details in the account it published about the districts, offices sought, or the specific candidates Maher referenced in New York, nor did it include follow-up statements from the elected officials or from Democratic Party leaders addressing Maher’s characterization.
The remarks come as Democrats continue to navigate internal disagreements over the party’s policy agenda and political messaging, including how candidates align with or distance themselves from broader left-wing movements. Maher’s comments were framed as a critique of the party’s electoral choices rather than an argument tied to a specific legislative or administrative action.
Because the account centers on Maher’s on-air statements and his assertions about New York results, the direct factual questions raised for verification include which offices the New York officials won, whether those wins involved Democratic Socialists as Maher described them, and whether there is an agreed-upon definition for the label as used in the context of state and local elections.
The report does not indicate that Maher’s remarks were accompanied by new policy proposals or by any formal party response. A fuller confirmation of the specific New York elections Maher referenced would require review of the underlying election results and candidate affiliations for the seats at issue.
Why It Matters
- The remarks highlight the political dispute over how parties, particularly Democrats, define and manage their relationship with left-wing factions in state and local elections.
- Maher’s claims underscore the importance of candidate-by-candidate verification, including office level, district, and how political identities are characterized in election reporting.
- If Democratic Socialists or similarly described candidates gained seats in New York, those outcomes may become part of how national party messaging is debated going into the 2028 cycle.
- Because the report is based on commentary rather than official documentation, confirming the specific New York races cited would be necessary for any factual assessment of the underlying electoral record.
Key Facts
- Bill Maher said Democrats are “well on their way” to “blowing 2028,” according to a July 1, 2026 report by The Washington Times.
- In the comments, Maher cited what he said were “three very far-left Democratic Socialists” elected in New York.
- Maher described those figures as “crazy,” and questioned how Democrats would avoid electoral problems.
- The Washington Times account did not, in the excerpt provided, specify which New York offices or districts were involved or provide documentary details of the candidates’ affiliations.
- The episode was presented as Maher’s commentary, not as an official action by any government body or political party.