– Real Time with Bill Maher to return without its writers
– Writers Guild of America (WGA) to picket the show
– Maher’s decision disappoints and angers WGA
The popular HBO talk show, Real Time with Bill Maher, is set to come back on air, but without the presence of its writers. This development follows Maher’s decision in the midst of a prolonged strike by the Writers Guild of America (WGA). In response to Maher’s choice, the WGA has announced plans to picket the show.
The WGA expressed its disappointment and anger at Maher’s decision, especially since he is a member of the guild. Maher has defended his decision, saying, “I need my writers and I love my writers, but this is a difficult situation.” There is no immediate indication of how the show will be adjusted to account for the absence of its writers.