Bill Maher criticizes Bernie Sanders over tax fairness claims

7 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 25

On his April 24 show, Maher said he pays nearly 60% of his earnings in taxes and challenged Sanders' assertion that the rich do not pay enough.
Maher cited IRS data showing the top 10% pay 72% of all taxes, questioned government inefficiency, and highlighted persistent struggles among the poor despite high tax revenues.
He argued that simply raising taxes on the wealthy will not solve issues like healthcare access, suggesting instead that billionaires directly support social needs due to government shortcomings.

If the top 10% pay 72% of taxes, why does widespread poverty still exist?

How do the ultra-wealthy legally pay lower tax rates than the 'regular rich'?

Is there a tax model that funds society without driving away its wealthiest citizens?

What stops billionaires from leaving a country that enacts a new wealth tax?

Why was a billionaire's offer to fund an entire federal agency rejected by the government?

With Social Security's trust fund nearing depletion, what are the most viable fixes?