With Donald Trump officially set to return to the White House, the reactions from liberal commentators have ranged from disbelief to outright panic. Nowhere was this more apparent than on The View, where the hosts quickly aired their concerns over what a Trump presidency could mean, particularly for women’s rights. The conversation took an emotional turn as co-hosts like Sunny Hostin shared their fears about the future for younger generations and the potential impact on Social Security and healthcare for the elderly.

Sunny Hostin expressed deep worry for her children’s future, particularly her daughter, whom she believes has “fewer rights” than she did. Her comment about rights appears to stem from the overturn of Roe v. Wade, which removed federal protection for abortion rights and returned authority to the states. However, it’s worth noting that even if Harris had won, she wouldn’t have had the power to reverse individual states’ decisions on abortion policy. Trump, meanwhile, has clarified his moderate position, stating he doesn’t support a federal abortion ban—a nuance that didn’t make it into The View’s narrative.

Whoopi Goldberg trying to find the bright side: “She did this in two months!”

(after Democrats kicked out Biden and installed Kamala as the nominee.) pic.twitter.com/ebOkOkVxb1

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Joy Behar, typically one of the show’s most outspoken voices against Trump, took a surprising turn by admitting that the election was “too big to rig.” In a rare moment of concession, Behar acknowledged that the people had spoken, and, despite her disappointment, admitted that “the system worked.” This sentiment of acceptance is unusual for Behar and reflects the undeniable red wave that swept Trump back into power.

.@JoyVBehar: “My takeaway is that the system worked. We live in a democracy. People spoke. This is what people wanted. I vehemently disagree with the decision Americans made, but I feel very, very hopeful that we have a democratic system in this country. We should value it.” pic.twitter.com/BII0NDSzhB

— The View (@TheView) November 6, 2024

Whoopi Goldberg, meanwhile, praised Harris’s effort on the campaign trail, highlighting that she only had two months as the Democratic nominee to make her case to voters. Her comments attempted to spin Harris’s defeat in a favorable light, though the tone across the table was one of resignation and disappointment.

Former co-host Meghan McCain, who left the show in 2021, voiced her frustration over the lack of representation for Trump supporters in the day’s discussion. She called out the network on X (formerly Twitter), labeling it “actual malfeasance” that they had not included a single voice sympathetic to Trump’s voter base.

McCain emphasized that understanding the continued popularity of Trump is crucial if the country is to make sense of the election results and move forward. Reflecting on her late father John McCain’s battle with cancer, she urged Americans to rely on faith and grace during this moment, hinting that healing could be possible if both sides approach this period with an open heart.

As predicted, The View’s Sunny Hostin is handling Kamala Harris’ loss well. pic.twitter.com/mzrNwItvHm

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