The hosts of “The View” gave their two cents on President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington, D.C.
As expected, they’re not exactly saluting it.
On Friday’s episode, panelist Joy Behar informed the audience that “tanks will be rolling through the nation’s capital.” She added that a multitude of soldiers would be marching “to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Army.” With a trademark touch of sarcasm, Behar also noted that the parade just so happens to fall Trump’s birthday.
The segment then cuts to a clip of Trump warning that anyone who protests would be met with “heavy force,” followed immediately by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt asserting that Trump “supports the First Amendment and the right of Americans to make their voices heard.”
This apparent contradiction didn’t escape the panel. The hosts quickly pointed out the hypocrisy.
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“He doesn’t approve [against] any violence or any violence against law enforcement unless it’s Jan. 6,” co-host Sara Haines said.
Haines expressed discomfort with the concept of military parades, noting that they remind her of more rigid, authoritarian regimes abroad. She added that the $45 million price tag for the event hardly seems like money well spent on behalf of the American people.
Co-host Sunny Hostin agreed, criticizing the extravagance and highlighting that “6,000 veterans were fired due to budget cuts.” She listed several other areas where military funding had fallen short and stressed the importance of honoring service members by supporting them after their service — not just parading for optics.
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Ana Navarro chimed in, declaring her intention to peacefully protest the event because she “loves” her country. She urged Americans to stand against what she called an “authoritarian” display of power.
After a spirited discussion on government spending and performative patriotism, Behar closed the segment with a punchline.
“I will be interested if Stormy Daniels jumped out of a cake,” she said.
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