‘the View’ Cohosts Shut Down Savannah Chrisley’s False Claim About Aoc

The View: Where Cohosts Tackle Politics

The View, a long-running talk show that has seen its fair share of political discussions, recently faced an impromptu showdown when reality TV star Savannah Chrisley stepped into the Hot Topics table as a guest cohost. Her presence came at a time when conservative cohost Alyssa Farah Griffin was on maternity leave following the birth of her first baby.

Chrisley’s false claim about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) quickly became the center of Wednesday’s broadcast, prompting immediate pushback from the show’s permanent panelists. The moment arose as the cohosts discussed AOC’s controversial handling of a question at the Munich Security Conference.

AOC Defense and Trump Criticism

During the discussion, Joy Behar, known for her sharp wit and political savvy, used the opportunity to critique President Donald Trump’s performance. “Check him out before you start attacking AOC,” she quipped. “Mispronouncing a word is totally different than not knowing your position on Taiwan. What’s important is how you recover from something.” Behar pointed out that while Trump has made multiple on-camera mistakes, his recovery methods differ significantly from AOC’s.

Behar emphasized, “He does it over and over again; how about the quantity?” Her comments underscored a critical point: political figures often make similar errors, but their responses can vary widely in terms of public perception.

Firm Rejection by Panelists

The panelists were unyielding in their rejection of Chrisley’s claims. Whoopi Goldberg and Sara Haines shook their heads in disagreement as they collectively said “No, no, no!” to her assertions about AOC. Legal expert Sunny Hostin added a fact-based counterpoint by pointing out that Ocasio-Cortez has made it clear she is not running for president in 2028.

“She’s not entering the race,” Hostin stated firmly. “Ocasio-Cortez attended the conference to sound the alarm about inequality, not because of a decision about a candidacy.” This refutation served as a reminder that political figures often have multifaceted roles beyond running for office.

Chrisley’s Role and Future

For this week, Chrisley is filling in at The View’s Hot Topics table. She will be replaced by various guest panelists during Alyssa Farah Griffin’s maternity leave, including Amanda Carpenter, Sheryl Underwood, comedian Whitney Cummings, and former cohost Elisabeth Hasselbeck.

The incident highlights the dynamic nature of talk shows like The View, where unexpected guests can bring new perspectives but also require quick fact-checking and robust rebuttals to maintain credibility. Chrisley’s false claim was swiftly shut down, demonstrating that even temporary cohosts must adhere to the show’s standards for accuracy.