Tensions Flare on The View as Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin Accuse Alyssa Farah Griffin of Being a “Traitor to Her Friends”
The latest episode of The View turned into a heated debate as Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin clashed with Alyssa Farah Griffin over immigration policies and political viewpoints. Has Griffin alienated her co-hosts for good?
A Heated Debate Over Immigration Sparks On-Air Tensions
Wednesday’s (February 26) episode of The View saw intense disagreements as co-hosts debated Donald Trump’s latest immigration policy proposals. The controversy centered on Trump’s claim that individuals with $5 million to spare could gain an express path to U.S. citizenship, a move that sparked passionate discussion among the panelists.
Alyssa Farah Griffin, a former member of Trump’s administration, voiced partial support for the policy, while acknowledging flaws in its execution. She pointed to Trump’s record on immigration, citing a 98% drop in daily border crossings and arguing that he had significantly reduced illegal migration in just a month.
However, as Griffin attempted to justify her points, she repeatedly interrupted co-hosts Sunny Hostin and Whoopi Goldberg, leading to tense confrontations on live television.
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Sunny Hostin and Joy Behar Push Back Against Griffin
Sunny Hostin countered Griffin’s argument, highlighting that while some European countries offer similar “gold card” visas, Trump’s policy seemed designed to favor the wealthy while ignoring DACA recipients and other immigrants who have contributed to American society.
Hostin also brought attention to Canada’s border, questioning why Trump’s immigration policies focus heavily on the Southern border while overlooking the Northern border, despite reports of increased illegal migration there.
Griffin attempted to interject, claiming that the Northern border issue was primarily caused by people from Mexico and India, not Canadians themselves. Hostin, visibly frustrated, pushed back, saying:
“Can I just finish what I was saying? So, it’s okay for Russian oligarchs to come over, it’s okay for people with money to come over, but it’s not okay to provide a path to citizenship for people who have been here for years?”
Joy Behar also weighed in with her signature sarcasm, criticizing Trump’s approach to economic policy:
“All I can say is, thank God someone’s looking out for millionaires! Because now they’re proposing $2 trillion in cuts to Medicaid, food stamps, and social programs that millions rely on. But sure, let’s focus on this ridiculous gold card idea.”
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Whoopi Goldberg Clashes with Griffin Over Immigration Policies
As the debate escalated, Whoopi Goldberg stepped in to share her thoughts, demanding clarity and decisive action on immigration policies.
“I want somebody to make a decision about immigration. Either we welcome people, or we don’t. But right now, no one knows what the policy is—it’s a complete mess,” Goldberg asserted.
However, as she was finishing her statement, Griffin once again attempted to interrupt. At that moment, Goldberg firmly shut her down, saying:
“Let me finish this time. For over 100 years, this country has welcomed immigrants. Now, suddenly, nobody knows the rules. We need people to come in and help us, and yet, we’re making it harder than ever.”
The heated exchange left tensions high among the co-hosts, with Goldberg and Hostin appearing visibly frustrated with Griffin’s interruptions and viewpoints.
Where Does The View Go From Here?
The intense discussion on The View reflected the broader national debate on immigration policies and political loyalties. Griffin, once aligned with Trump, has often been seen as attempting to distance herself from his administration—but moments like this show that her past affiliations still make her a lightning rod for criticism from her co-hosts.
With Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin accusing Griffin of being a “traitor to her friends,” it remains to be seen whether this debate was just another heated moment on The View or if deeper divisions are forming within the panel.
What do you think about Alyssa Farah Griffin’s stance? Has she lost the support of her co-hosts? Share your thoughts in the comments!
