Is Real Time with Bill Maher new tonight, February 19?

We have come to the end of yet another busy, eventful week. Can fans count on Real Time with Bill Maher to end things on a high note?

The biggest story of the week remains Senator Ted Cruz and his ill-advised trip to Mexico during a statewide crisis in Texas. While thousands were without heat and power, Sen. Cruz decided to get away to Cancun for a few days before the intense scrutiny forced him to reverse course. Late night TV was especially harsh on Sen. Cruz.

Of course, there is still the pandemic and vaccine rollout from the Biden administration. And the Republican Party is still trying to right the ship in the aftermath of the impeachment trial. Should fans expect Bill Maher to weigh in on these topics and more tonight?

Sadly, that will not be an option. There will not be a new episode of Real Time with Bill Maher tonight. It joins a list of other late night shows such as The Late Show and Late Night that are off this week.

Instead, HBO will reair last week’s episode. It features an interview with Republican Representative Adam Kinzinger and a panel that included Markos Moulitsas and Steve Schmidt.

Revisit the best of Real Time with Bill Maher season 19

So far, there have been five new episodes in season 19 of Real Time with Bill Maher. The HBO late night show has been off to a strong start thanks to Maher’s no-holds-barred approach to the news.

Whether you agree with him or not, Maher has an undeniable influence on the conversation. Check out these links to see how Maher’s perspective on the headlines matches up with the rest of the discourse:

• Bill Maher warns about Republicans like Josh Hawley
• Kellyanne Conway and Bill Maher debate Trump’s legacy
• New Rule on America’s mass delusion

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