In a bold and unapologetic statement, Whoopi Goldberg from The View didn’t hold back when she called out President Trump, urging him to ‘get his act together’ and prioritize America’s domestic issues. But here’s where it gets controversial: Goldberg suggested Trump’s obsession with global affairs—like the Gaza ceasefire and the Ukraine war—might overshadow his responsibility to address the ongoing government shutdown, now in its third week. ‘He’s acting like he wants to be king of the world,’ she quipped, sparking a debate that’s hard to ignore.
During the show, Goldberg responded to Alyssa Farah Griffin’s critique of Trump’s administration, speculating that the shutdown could be part of a ‘slow rollout of total control.’ She didn’t mince words, pointing out that while Trump is busy advising other nations, Americans are left wondering when their own problems will be addressed. ‘I’m glad hostages are home, and I’m glad Ukraine is getting attention,’ she said, ‘but what about the millions affected by the shutdown?’
And this is the part most people miss: Goldberg also acknowledged Georgia State Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene for recently ‘stepping up’ to address constituent issues, despite their political differences. ‘You have to give credit where it’s due,’ she noted, highlighting a rare crack in partisan divides.
The conversation raises a thought-provoking question: Is Trump’s focus on global leadership a distraction from domestic responsibilities, or is he simply playing a larger geopolitical game? Goldberg’s critique invites us to consider whether a president’s role should be more inward-looking during times of national crisis.
The View airs weekdays at 11/10c on ABC, and this episode is a must-watch for anyone following the shutdown saga. What do you think? Is Goldberg’s take on Trump fair, or is she missing the bigger picture? Let us know in the comments!
