Donald Trump Jr. just couldn’t resist throwing shade as ABC’s The View announced a temporary production pause—only for Joy Behar and her team to clap back harder.
In a moment of social media glee, Trump Jr. took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the show’s seasonal break, calling it a “major win for humanity and common sense.” The move, unsurprisingly, set off a firestorm.
But here’s the real story: it’s not a cancellation, it’s just their annual August hiatus. Like clockwork, The View goes dark every August to give the hosts a much-needed breather—with pre-production kicking back up in late August and new episodes resuming in early September.
So, despite Trump Jr.’s online celebration, this so-called “victory” is already on borrowed time.
????️ DTJ’s Jab Sparks Online Frenzy
The moment The View’s break was announced, Donald Trump Jr. retweeted the update with a smug tone. His exact words?
“A major win for humanity and common sense.”
It was classic DTJ: brash, taunting, and ready to ride the Trump-media warwave all the way into another viral moment.
But behind the scenes, the women of The View were reportedly unfazed by the noise.
???? Inside ‘The View’: Hosts Aren’t Bothered
A source close to the production told TPR the hosts—Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Sunny Hostin, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and others—aren’t giving DTJ the attention he craves.
“They could care less. They’re just focused on doing their jobs,” the insider says.
“They’ve been dragged for years just for sharing informed opinions. This is nothing new.”
According to the source, the show’s record-high ratings speak volumes about its continued relevance—even in the face of heavy conservative criticism.
???? White House Ally Unleashes Scathing Statement
Enter Taylor Rogers, a White House rep and vocal Trump ally, who took things up a notch. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, Rogers delivered a sizzling takedown of Joy Behar:
“She’s an irrelevant loser suffering from a severe case of Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
And Rogers didn’t stop there. He also claimed:
“The show has hit the lowest ratings in years.”
“Behar should self-reflect on her jealousy of President Trump’s historic popularity before her show is the next to get yanked off the air.”
These comments echo the right’s long-standing narrative that The View is losing ground—a claim that contradicts recent Nielsen data showing the show maintaining top daytime talk show status, especially among key demographics.
???? Annual Break, Not Cancellation: The Facts
Contrary to the spin from Trump’s camp, this is not a new development. The View has taken a summer break every year since its inception in 1997.
TMZ reviewed the show’s internal production calendar and confirmed it’s business as usual. The View is expected to resume full programming in early September, with pre-production and guest bookings already underway.
So, if Trump Jr. thought he was dancing on the show’s grave—it’s more like he’s dancing on a beach towel during their annual summer vacation.
???? ‘The View’ Still Pulls Big Ratings
Despite the political drama, The View remains a daytime ratings juggernaut.
The ABC talk show routinely ranks:
- #1 in Total Viewers among daytime talk shows
- A leader among Women 25-54, a crucial advertising demographic
- A major source of viral content across social media
Segments featuring political debates, celebrity interviews, and heated Hot Topics regularly rack up millions of views on YouTube and X, often trending within hours of airing.
So while critics may scoff, the numbers don’t lie: The View is still pulling in an audience—and advertisers.
???? Joy Behar: Unfiltered, Unshaken
At 81, Joy Behar remains one of the boldest voices on daytime TV, unafraid to speak her mind—especially when it comes to the Trump family.
And although she hasn’t responded directly to Trump Jr.’s latest dig, her on-air track record suggests she’s not afraid of controversy—or the clicks it brings.
Earlier this year, Behar clapped back at Donald Trump Sr. during a Hot Topics segment:
“He doesn’t scare me. He’s scared of women like me, that’s why he tweets from the shadows.”
Expect similar energy when the show returns in September.
????️ Mark Your Calendars: ‘The View’ Returns September
So here’s the bottom line:
Donald Trump Jr. may be toasting now—but his celebration has an expiration date.
The View returns in early September, and fans can expect:
- Spicy political debates leading into the 2024 election
- Celebrity guests and viral soundbites
- Possibly… a direct response to Trump Jr.’s gloating
???? What’s Your Take?
Is The View unfairly targeted—or is the criticism deserved?
Drop your thoughts below and keep it spicy, TPR fam.
???? Stay tuned to The Pop Radar for the latest tea, clapbacks, and trending celeb moments!
