A tragic collision between an American Airlines jet and a Blackhawk military helicopter claimed 67 lives on January 29 near Reagan International Airport in Washington D.C. The wreckage of both aircraft plunged into the Potomac River, leaving no survivors. As authorities continue to search for remains, the incident has sparked discussions and reactions from various quarters.
During a press encounter following the crash, President Donald Trump made a controversial remark about the deadly site by the Potomac. When asked if he planned to visit the crash site, Trump sarcastically responded, "The water? You want me to go swimming?" This comment has drawn significant attention and mixed reactions.
Bill Maher, host of "Real Time With Bill Maher," addressed this incident during a recent episode. In conversation with Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan, Maher defended Trump's sarcastic response. He criticized the nature of the question posed to Trump, labeling it as "stupid."
"Any other politician would go, 'Of course it was a tragedy.'" – Bill Maher
Maher argued that Trump's bluntness was warranted under the circumstances. He expressed agreement with Trump's reaction, stating:
"Swim there?' And I was like, exactly. Fuck right. You're exactly right." – Bill Maher
Throughout the discussion, Maher emphasized that Trump's response diverged from the typical sympathetic responses expected from politicians in such tragic circumstances. He suggested that Trump's candor was an authentic reaction to what he considered an ill-conceived question.
"The water? You want me to go swimming?" – President Donald Trump
The crash remains a somber event as recovery efforts persist in the Potomac River. The community and authorities continue to grapple with the aftermath of this devastating incident.
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