Whoopi Goldberg, a co-host on 'The View,' has expressed skepticism about the highly publicized feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. During a recent episode, Goldberg suggested that the apparent conflict might be staged or a distraction, differing from her fellow co-hosts who seemed to enjoy the messy back-and-forth.
Goldberg's Perspective on the Trump-Musk Spat
Goldberg stated her belief that the feud was “fake” and a “distraction,” even as other co-hosts, like Sunny Hostin, reveled in the drama. Hostin highlighted the personal attacks exchanged on social media platforms owned by Musk and Trump, finding the situation “messy and ridiculous and silly.” However, Goldberg remained unconvinced.
Alyssa Farah Griffin, a former Trump associate and current conservative voice on 'The View,' countered Goldberg's claim, arguing, “It's not fake. You're giving him too much credit.” The debate underscored the differing viewpoints among the panel members regarding the authenticity of the conflict.
What's Fueling the Alleged Feud?
The purported feud gained traction after Musk voiced his displeasure over the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” leading to a series of exchanges between him and Trump. Some observers, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have commented on the situation with amusement, while others, like Republican lawmakers and Vice President JD Vance, have expressed disappointment.
- Musk accused Trump of being linked to the “Epstein files.”
- Trump reportedly considered deporting Musk in retaliation.
- Musk contemplated decommissioning the Dragon spacecraft at SpaceX.
Despite the coverage and reactions, Goldberg maintains that there's a strategic element to the feud, suggesting it's not as genuine as it appears.
Viewer Reactions and Show Content
Interestingly, an episode of 'The View' on June 6th didn't cover the Trump-Musk feud, leaving many viewers confused. Instead, the show discussed topics like Malia Obama's professional name choice and the friendship between Leah Remini and Jennifer Lopez. This shift in focus prompted some fans to question the show's priorities.
Even guest Mark Hamill, promoting 'The Life of Chuck,' briefly touched on Trump, advocating for humor as a way to counter “malignant narcissists.”