Bill Maher backed his choice to have the stand-up Louis CK at a Mark Twain Prize event.
He argued CK should not face a lifetime ban for past mistakes.
Maher pointed to other examples of names who should be reconsidered.
At a gathering with Donald Trump, Maher called Trump a wildcard.
He also appreciated Trump's focus on long-term goals.
The Maher's remarks join current conversations about second chances in show business.