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Bill Maher says he's having dinner with Trump again

Maher revealed the invitation on his Club Random podcast, saying Trump's text message was exceptionally polite—a low bar for presidents.

On air: Hank Ledger, Kenji Moonfield and Dale Bearman on BBN Newsroom
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  1. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWe promised you this one: comedian Bill Maher says President Trump has invited him back to the White House for another dinner, and that the invitation came by text.

  2. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorMaher told his Club Random podcast that the president was really nice in that message, according to Fox News, which first reported it.

  3. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentA group text from the president is the new golden ticket. Somebody's getting seated next to the good bread.

  4. Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorAnother dinner. First it's one plate, then it's a state banquet, and then nobody leaves.

  5. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNobody leaves.

  6. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentI'd leave for dessert only.

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