Bill Maher skewers Trump over conspiracy theory about Haitian migrants with brutal Noah’s Ark comparison
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A disturbing and racist conspiracy theory targeting Haitian immigrants in Ohio has emerged, with former President Donald Trump playing a notable role in its dissemination.
The theory, which falsely accuses Haitian immigrants of kidnapping and consuming pets, has gained traction among some Republicans, including Trump, who mentioned it during his debate with Kamala Harris.
Bill Maher mocks Trump's evolving pet-kidnapping claims
On his Friday night show 'Real Time', Bill Maher took a swipe at the bizarre and evolving nature of Trump's claims, comparing them to a twisted version of Noah's Ark.
Maher quipped, “It’s like Noah’s Ark, if Noah was a fat a**hole,” highlighting the absurdity of the claims.
To provide some context, Springfield, Ohio, has seen a rise in its Haitian immigrant population. A tragic incident occurred in late 2023 when an 11-year-old boy was killed by a Haitian immigrant driving the wrong way on a road, resulting in the immigrant's imprisonment.
White supremacists have exploited this tragedy to fuel racial animosity against the Haitian community, culminating in the bizarre pet-abduction theory.
Despite the boy’s parents speaking out against this hate-driven narrative and defending the Haitian community, their voices have been overshadowed by more prominent figures, including Trump's running mate JD Vance and the Republican Attorney General of Ohio.
Springfield schools forced to close amid bomb threats
The situation has only worsened, with local schools in Springfield having to close for a second consecutive day due to bomb threats, further exacerbating the community's distress.
Maher’s criticism extended to Trump's shifting claims about the supposed pet kidnappings. He mocked the former president's latest assertion, saying, “Trump is walking it back."
He said, ‘No, I’m sorry, not that, not the cats and the dog, it’s the ducks and the geese. They’re going to the ponds. They’re going to the ponds, and they’re taking the geese to eat them.’ And this is what Trump supporters are doing now, trying to prove that the distinct book, this insanity that he’s basing the campaign on is true. They’re literally on a wild goose chase.”
The source of Trump's conspiracy theory, according to Maher, is Laura Loomer, a controversial figure known for her extreme views and conspiracy-laden rhetoric.
Maher described Loomer as “a new bulls**t whisperer” for Trump, and added, “For Maga people, she’s like for people who find Marjorie Taylor Greene too intellectual.”
Maher continued, “She believes in birtherism. She’s a 9/11 truther. ‘Crisis actor,’ ‘Pizzagate,’ ‘rigged elections.’ You’ve heard of Florida Man? She’s Florida woman.”
Republican infighting escalates as Laura Loomer hits back
In the broader Republican landscape, Maher noted a rift, with Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizing Loomer for being too far-right and racist.
Loomer responded by accusing Greene of being an antisemite and cheating on her husband, and added, “I can’t believe I have to report this, she said her lady parts resemble an Arby’s sandwich, which is so offensive to Arby’s.”
Additionally, Lindsey Graham entered the fray, denouncing Loomer as toxic. Loomer retaliated by posting, “We know you’re gay, Lindsay.” Maher humorously suggested that it would be interesting to see David Muir fact-check that claim.
Netizens slam Trump for spreading conspiracy theory about Haitian migrants eating pets
The intense reactions on social media reveal a broader concern about the impact of Trump’s unfounded claims on both public sentiment and community safety
One user wrote, "Trump's concern for cats and dogs is just as genuine as his concern for birds that get killed by wind turbines."
Another commented, "Springfield is not a joke people are going to get hurt."
One user added, "I feel really bad for Springfield Ohio."
One said, "Did Trump ever have a pet cat or dog? if not, that would explain why he doesn't have empathy."
Another person commented, "Trump was drooling hate… Bwhahaha!"
One added, "How do Republicans treat puppy killers? Well, Kristi Noem was an invited speaker at the RNC."
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