Elon Musk has never been one to shy away from controversy, and this time, his target is daytime television. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has called for a boycott of ABC’s The View, labeling the talk show as “a meeting place for ignorant women.”
The comment, made via Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), quickly ignited a war of words, with the entire cast of The View firing back immediately.
It all started when Musk blasted the long-running talk show, accusing it of pushing misinformation and lacking intellectual depth. His exact words?
"The View is nothing more than a meeting place for ignorant women. A waste of airtime."
His harsh critique immediately caught the attention of The View’s outspoken hosts, who were not about to stay silent. Within hours, the entire panel—Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, and Alyssa Farah Griffin—fired back with a fierce response.
Whoopi Goldberg was the first to address Musk’s attack, making it clear that his words were not going to shake them.
"Elon Musk thinks we’re ignorant? That’s rich coming from a man who bought a social media platform and turned it into a playground for trolls."
Joy Behar, never one to hold back, sarcastically mocked Musk’s comment:
"Oh, so let me get this straight—we’re ‘ignorant women’ for discussing politics, social issues, and current events? But I suppose a man who tweets conspiracy theories all day is the real genius?"
Sara Haines pointed out the hypocrisy in Musk’s statement, noting that The View has had countless influential guests, including politicians, scientists, and business leaders.
"It’s funny how we’ve had some of the most brilliant minds on our show, yet Elon Musk, a man who built his fortune on government contracts, is calling us ignorant."
Sunny Hostin added that Musk’s comments were more than just an attack on the show—they were an attack on women’s voices in media.
"This is just another example of a powerful man trying to silence women. We’re not going anywhere, Elon."
Musk has frequently clashed with mainstream media, often accusing networks and journalists of spreading misinformation. But his attack on The View has sparked a deeper conversation about his attitude toward women in media and positions of influence.
This isn’t the first time Musk has made dismissive remarks about women in leadership. In the past, he’s been accused of downplaying female executives and failing to address diversity concerns within his own companies.
His latest comments about The View only add to that perception, fueling ongoing debates about his stance on women in media and politics.
Musk’s massive following on X means his opinions carry weight, and his call for a boycott will likely resonate with his supporters. However, The View has been a staple of daytime television for over two decades, with millions of dedicated viewers who aren’t likely to be swayed by Musk’s attack.
If anything, his harsh words may have the opposite effect—bringing even more attention to the show and rallying its audience.
Given Musk’s history of doubling down on his statements, it wouldn’t be surprising if he escalates the feud further, possibly taking more shots at The View’s hosts.
But one thing is certain—the women of The View aren’t backing down.
