Bill Maher warns that the Democratic Party is being 'colonized' by socialists, says his 'vote is in play'

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2026 FOX News Network, LLC. All rights reserved. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Market data provided by Factset. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Legal Statement. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by LSEG. Comedian Bill Maher argued on Friday's episode of HBO's ‘Real Time’ the Democratic Party is being ‘colonized’ by socialist ideology, saying the influence of the Democratic Socialists of America has left his ‘vote in play.’ Comedian and talk show host Bill Maher doubled down on his previous comments suggesting his "vote is in play" in coming elections, expressing his discontent over the Democratic Party being "colonized" by radical, socialist views. During Friday night’s episode of HBO’s "Real Time," Maher blasted the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) agenda that appears to be taking hold within the mainstream Democratic Party. "People gotta realize this is going on," Maher said. "Yes, my vote is in play. I'm not voting for anyone who thinks the wrong side won the Cold War or cheers for the intifada like it's the World Cup." MAHER SHAMES CLINTONS