Bill Maher Credits Trump’s ‘FAFO’ Approach as Crime Drops Across America

Bill Maher is giving President Trump credit for the sharp decline in crime across the United States, arguing that criminals have gotten the message from what he described as the nation’s “f— around and find out president.”

The longtime liberal comedian and host made the comments while discussing improving public safety and the dramatic decline in violent crime. Maher pointed to Trump’s aggressive approach to law enforcement and said the president deserves recognition for the results being seen across the country.

Maher argued that America has experienced a noticeable change in the atmosphere surrounding crime. He suggested that criminals increasingly understand there will be consequences for their actions, contrasting the current environment with the more permissive policies embraced in several major cities in previous years.

The comments are notable coming from Maher, who has spent years criticizing Trump and remains politically opposed to him on numerous issues. Despite those disagreements, Maher has occasionally praised individual Trump policies or acknowledged developments he believes the president deserves credit for.

Crime has become one of Trump’s major domestic priorities since returning to the White House. His administration has emphasized tougher enforcement, support for police departments and increased federal involvement in combating violent crime in communities where local authorities have struggled to bring crime under control.

Trump has repeatedly argued that restoring law and order requires criminals to believe they will face serious consequences when they break the law. His administration has also pushed back against progressive criminal justice policies that Republicans have blamed for weakening deterrence and making it more difficult for police and prosecutors to keep repeat offenders off the streets.

Maher’s comments reflect a broader discussion surrounding recent declines in violent crime. While researchers continue to debate the precise causes behind crime trends, Maher argued that Trump’s approach to law enforcement deserves to be part of the conversation.

The comedian has increasingly criticized progressive positions on crime and public safety in recent years. He has previously taken aim at policies he believes go too far in restricting police or minimizing criminal behavior, even while continuing to identify himself as a liberal.

For Trump, the comments provide an unusual acknowledgment from one of his longtime entertainment-industry critics. Maher’s colorful description of Trump as a “f— around and find out president” captured his argument that the administration has restored a stronger perception of consequences for criminal behavior.

The exchange also highlights how crime and public safety remain major political issues heading toward the 2026 midterm elections. Trump has made law and order a central part of his second-term agenda, and Maher’s remarks show that even some of the president’s longtime critics are taking notice of the changes occurring nationwide.