In what’s becoming one of the most controversial moments in recent daytime TV, The View has found itself at the center of a firestorm — this time not over a celebrity guest or a political spat between hosts, but for what many are calling “blatant political propaganda.”

The backlash ignited following a special episode that aired earlier this week, in which the panel — led by longtime co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, and Sunny Hostin — lavished praise on President Joe Biden in what some viewers felt was an orchestrated and one-sided display of support.

While The View has always been known for its opinionated and unapologetic stance, this particular episode has sparked widespread outrage, especially among independent and conservative viewers. Thousands took to social media accusing the show of “pushing an agenda” and “publicly brainwashing” its daytime audience.

Within hours of the episode airing, hashtags calling for a boycott of The View began trending on X (formerly Twitter), and Reddit forums lit up with heated discussions. Some even demanded that ABC issue a formal apology or risk losing viewer trust altogether.

One viewer wrote, “I’ve watched this show for over a decade. But today felt like I was being force-fed a campaign ad. This isn’t daytime TV anymore—it’s state-sponsored programming.”

Another user added, “I don’t care who you support politically, but when a platform as powerful as The View starts acting like a PR machine, it crosses a line.”

Critics pointed to the tone of the episode, where the hosts not only applauded Biden’s leadership and policies but also took turns criticizing former President Donald Trump — all without offering a balanced counterpoint or inviting a dissenting voice onto the panel.

This lack of debate — something the show often prides itself on — didn’t go unnoticed. Even some of the show’s longtime defenders appeared rattled.

Behind the scenes, sources close to the production team have reported growing tension. According to one unnamed staffer, “Not everyone was comfortable with how scripted it felt. It wasn’t our usual back-and-forth. It felt… directed.”

ABC has so far declined to comment publicly on the backlash. However, internal discussions are reportedly underway about how to address the growing viewer outrage and whether future political segments need more balance.

Meanwhile, ratings for the episode have been mixed. While it drew a spike in live viewership — likely due to the controversy surrounding its promotion — early metrics suggest a drop in rewatch numbers and digital engagement compared to previous weeks.

The controversy raises bigger questions for the show’s future. Can The View maintain its reputation as a space for open dialogue if it increasingly leans into political cheerleading? Or has it finally alienated a chunk of its diverse fanbase too far to pull back?

As the 2024 election season looms, one thing is clear: The View has never been more politically charged — and its audience has never been more divided. Whether that fuels more viral moments or signals the start of its decline remains to be seen.