On Friday's episode of HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher," Maher used the n-word during an interview with Republican Sen. Ben Sasse. After Maher had expressed his desire to visit Nebraska more, Sasse invited Maher to come work in the fields with the people of Nebraska. Maher replied with the n-word, implying he wouldn't work in the fields because he was a "house [explative]." He quickly said it was a joke, and received a mixed reaction from the audience. According to the reactions of people on Twitter, some were not surprised by Maher's comment, noting his history of comments about trans people, women, and especially Muslims. Others have strongly criticized his use of the n-word and called for him to be fired. Sasse apologized for not being more vocal in the moment when Maher used the word.
