Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped onto the set of ABC’s The View on Tuesday to what appeared to be a warm reception — but the friendly greeting quickly gave way to a tense showdown with the hosts.
Greene arrived in a bold red suit, exuding confidence as cameras rolled, but it didn’t take long for sparks to fly.
Opening Jabs and Political Banter
Host Joy Behar delivered the first subtle jab after Greene expressed her admiration for Donald Trump, muttering under her breath, “Well, whatever,” to the audience’s amusement.
Greene, often known for her combative style, quickly moved into a discussion about her recent criticisms of both Republicans and Democrats, insisting she has always prioritized the interests of working-class Americans over strict party loyalty.
She also voiced frustration over the ongoing government shutdown, describing it as a “p*ssing contest between the men” in Washington and criticizing other lawmakers for their part in the stalemate.
Finding Unexpected Common Ground
Despite their political differences, a moment of surprising connection emerged between Greene and host Sunny Hostin.
Greene told Hostin, “You’ve only seen me in clips and headlines and that’s not fair,” highlighting how media portrayals often overshadow the full context of her positions.
Hostin acknowledged her initial surprise at finding some alignment with Greene on certain issues, leading to a brief but notable moment of civility amid the tension.
Heated Exchange Over Controversial Views
The conversation turned sharply when Hostin confronted Greene about her previous support of QAnon conspiracy theories.
As Greene defended herself, claiming she had been misled by media reporting and social media posts, Whoopi Goldberg quickly called a break after off-camera instructions, sensing the escalating confrontation.
“I haven’t changed. I was a victim just like you were of media lies and things you read on social media,” Greene said.
Hostin laughed along with the audience, admitting, “We have attacked you many times on this show.”
Greene countered that much of the criticism was based on stories “taken out of context,” while Hostin argued they had also seen clips of her statements.
Chaos Erupts on Set
Tensions escalated further as multiple hosts began speaking over one another.
Behar quipped, “What about the Jewish space lasers?
What was that about?” while nearly all six women joined in the heated back-and-forth.
Only Alyssa Farrah Griffin remained silent amid the chaos.
Goldberg ultimately cut to a commercial break, mimicking the frantic motions of a panicked producer and trying to prevent the discussion from spiraling out of control.
Developing Story
The confrontation marked yet another highly charged appearance for Greene, whose interviews frequently spark debate and viral moments.
The situation remains developing, and further updates on reactions from both the show and political circles are expected.