Millions of Republicans tune in to the prospect of witnessing epic meltdown on live television

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Millions of Americans tuned in The view after Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, half expecting the co-hosts to deliver what could only be described as a “daytime TV meltdown.” Notorious for its spirited debates on hot-button issues, the panel did not disappoint as co-hosts Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin and Whoopi Goldberg let loose with some truly memorable reactions.

Behar, who has never shied away from expressing her thoughts on Trump, was in full form, questioning how voters could support someone she sees as a “dictator wannabe.”

Hostin, meanwhile, highlighted the likely consequences of a Trump’s return to the Oval Office, expressing a deep sense of dread over the potential rollback of policies on climate, LGBTQ+ rights and immigration reform. Goldberg took a more sardonic approach, urging viewers to “buckle up” given Trump’s continued legal troubles and vows of retaliation against those he believes wronged him.

Their discussions even referenced Hillary Clinton’s previous appearance on the show, in which she compared Trump’s impact to a “strong man,” suggesting that a second Trump term could permanently damage American institutions. The clash of opinions created a moment of live television that was almost impossible to look away from. And with each host speaking to obvious fears about the ramifications of Trump’s victory, the broadcast captured the intense emotional reactions that have permeated much of the country since Election Day.

For fans of The viewthe episode was a master class in raw, unfiltered commentary that made clear how much the result has shaken the political landscape. It’s safe to say that The view will be at the heart of these discussions as the nation faces four years that promise to be anything but dull.