Whoopi Goldberg, host of “The View,” expressed her feelings toward JD Vance, Senator from Ohio and Donald Trump’s running mate, during a recent episode. Goldberg commented on Vance’s recent statements about Vice President Kamala Harris and his controversial remarks about women without children.
“This poor guy. I feel so bad for him,” Goldberg said, referring to a recent report from the Washington Post where Vance admitted privately that Harris’ presumptive Democratic nomination is a “political sucker punch” to the Trump campaign. The report detailed Vance’s private comments to Republican donors ahead of a rally in Minnesota, highlighting his concerns about Harris potentially thwarting Trump’s campaign strategies, which largely depended on Joe Biden remaining in the race.
Vance’s concern was that Kamala Harris does not carry the same “baggage” as Joe Biden, because Harris is significantly younger and does not face the same challenges that Joe Biden does.
Goldberg continued her critique by drawing a comparison to Mr. T’s iconic phrase, “I pity the fool.”
Co-host Joy Behar concurred, suggesting that Trump’s choice of Vance might be causing him anxiety. “I think Trump is shaking,” Behar said. “He’s like, ‘I picked the wrong guy, what do I do?!’ He’s scared now.”
The conversation on “The View” turned to a clip of Sofia Nelson, a friend of Vance from Yale Law School, speaking to CNN about Vance’s changing beliefs. Nelson, a transgender public defender, shared email exchanges from 2014 through 2017 in which Vance referred to Trump’s “racism” and called him a “morally reprehensible human being,” according to the New York Times.
Goldberg emphasized her disdain for Vance’s comments and behavior. “He is bereft of morality, he’s bereft of empathy. He’s got a spine, it’s just not a good one,” Goldberg argued.
In addition to the political turmoil, Vance has faced backlash for a past comment in which he generalized women without children as “childless cat ladies.” During a 2021 appearance on former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson’s show, Vance claimed these women “want to make the rest of the country miserable too.”
Recently, Vance attempted to clarify his remarks during an interview with Fox News’ Trey Gowdy. “The left has increasingly become explicitly anti-child and anti-family, and they encouraged young families not to have children at all over concerns of climate change,” Vance said.
Goldberg’s co-host Sara Haines shared her thoughts on Vance’s comments, mentioning Nelson’s portrayal of Vance as a “chameleon” who has shifted his beliefs on numerous issues. The scrutiny on Vance’s past statements and his current political position continues to mount as he navigates his role as Trump’s running mate.
Vance’s controversial comments have also sparked reactions from various public figures and everyday Americans. According to an article in the Huffington Post, Jennifer Aniston and Taylor Swift’s fans have criticized Vance’s “childless cat ladies” remark, viewing it as an attack on women’s rights and freedoms.
In an episode of “The View,” Ana Navarro, another co-host, passionately responded to Vance’s remarks, saying, “How dare you try to tell me that I am lesser than?” Navarro’s comments echo the sentiments of many who feel that Vance’s statements undermine the value of individuals without biological children, including step-parents and those who have chosen not to have children.
Goldberg concluded the segment by urging viewers to exercise their right to vote.
Vance’s political journey has been marked by significant changes, and his statements continue to draw scrutiny as the 2024 presidential election approaches. His efforts to distance himself from past controversial remarks and to clarify his stance on various issues will likely be a focal point as the campaign progresses.
