Behind-the-scenes tensions are rising at The View, where co-hosts are reportedly being told to soften their tone when speaking about former President Donald Trump. According to sources close to production, executive producer Brian Teta has urged the panel to “dial it down,” citing pressure from higher-ups and concerns about the show’s image as ABC undergoes major layoffs.
The change in tone comes as ABC grapples with internal restructuring, which has led to job cuts and shaken morale across departments. The View, known for its fiery political debates, may be forced to pivot—especially as some co-hosts have expressed discomfort with how out-of-touch their anti-Trump stance feels with parts of their audience.
To make matters worse, The View’s relocation to the new Hudson Square studio has created logistical headaches. The cast now shares limited space with The Tamron Hall Show, sparking scheduling conflicts, shared dressing rooms, and employee complaints about cramped offices and long commutes.
“It feels like the walls are closing in,” said one insider. “Everything’s changing—and fast.”
While ABC hasn’t issued an official statement, insiders say the network is walking a tightrope between managing public image, budget cuts, and keeping viewership high in an increasingly divided media landscape.
The future of The View remains uncertain, but one thing’s clear: even daytime TV isn’t safe from political fallout and corporate reshuffling.