Tensions are rising behind the scenes at The View as the talk show’s hosts face mounting pressure to scale back their criticism of Donald Trump. With ABC’s recent layoffs hitting key staff members and morale reportedly at an all-time low, the show’s future dynamic seems to be shifting.

ABC Cuts Jobs, Leaving Staff Anxious

ABC’s latest round of cost-cutting measures has sent shockwaves through The View’s production team. According to insiders, at least nine staffers, including two senior female producers, were let go. The firings—part of Disney’s broader corporate downsizing efforts—have left employees on edge, wondering if more cuts are on the horizon.

“People were shocked that he’d fire such experienced, well-respected producers,” one insider told The Post. “Morale is low, and everybody is waiting for the other shoe to drop.”

While The View continues to pull in strong ratings, averaging 2.6 million total viewers in the past month, the uncertainty around job security has cast a cloud of unease over the set.

Executive Producer Urges Hosts to ‘Go Easy’ on Trump

As the 47th president’s inauguration approaches, the show’s executive producer, Brian Teta, has reportedly asked staffers to tone down political discussions—especially those targeting Trump.

For years, The View has been one of television’s most outspoken platforms when it comes to politics, often engaging in fiery debates about Trump’s policies, behavior, and influence on the country. However, with corporate restructuring in full swing, it appears executives are reconsidering how far the show should go in its criticism.

This move hasn’t sat well with some co-hosts, who have built their brand on unapologetic political discourse.

Internal Struggles: A Shared Studio Sparks More Friction

Beyond the layoffs and political pressure, another issue is fueling behind-the-scenes frustrations—The View now has to share studio space with The Tamron Hall Show.

Since ABC relocated most of its productions to a new headquarters in Hudson Square, New York, the shift has created new logistical headaches:

• Hosts and guests must share dressing rooms, something they never had to do before.
• Staff members can’t leave belongings in the studio overnight, as the space is no longer exclusive to The View.
• Taping schedules clash, creating additional stress for both teams.

According to a source, this shared arrangement has led to tensions between The View and Tamron Hall’s production team.

“Tamron Hall thinks she’s Oprah. She is very demanding,” the insider claimed. “She doesn’t realize she’s playing second fiddle to The View.”

However, others close to the situation have praised both teams for handling the transition professionally.

“Kudos to both productions for seamlessly working together to bring our viewers several hours of television each week,” another source stated.

New Studio Location Adds to Employee Frustrations

Aside from the studio-sharing woes, employees have voiced complaints about the new ABC headquarters itself. The downtown Manhattan location—dubbed “no man’s land” by staffers—has raised logistical concerns, with its heavy traffic and lack of workspace causing frustration.

• Limited desks force staff members to rely on small storage lockers.
• No executive suites, meaning even top producers work in regular-sized offices.
• Long commutes and difficult access due to the Holland Tunnel’s constant traffic congestion.

A network representative, however, pushed back on these complaints, stating, “The building is gorgeous, and there is plenty of space to accommodate everyone.”

The View Hosts Cautious About Political Commentary

With corporate pressures mounting, even The View’s most outspoken hosts are starting to tread carefully.

Last month, Sara Haines openly admitted to feeling disconnected from some viewers, recognizing that none of the hosts had voted for Trump despite his widespread support across the country.

Meanwhile, Alyssa Farah Griffin, a former Trump staffer turned political analyst, has been at odds with Whoopi Goldberg over how to approach political discussions.

Griffin has argued that Democrats need to engage in conversations with Trump supporters, even if those discussions feel uncomfortable.

“Democrats have to be willing to go to uncomfortable spaces,” she said, acknowledging that she agrees with some of Trump’s policies despite her past endorsement of Kamala Harris.

Is The View Losing Its Edge?

For years, The View has been known for its unfiltered political debates, featuring fierce clashes between liberal and conservative voices. But with the combination of:

• Corporate cost-cutting
• Internal tensions
• Executive pressure to soften political discussions

…it’s clear that big changes may be on the horizon.

Some viewers worry that the show is losing its edge, while others see the shift as a necessary adaptation in a time of network-wide restructuring.

Final Thoughts: A Show at a Crossroads

With layoffs rattling employees, growing tensions between co-hosts, and executives urging political restraint, The View finds itself at a critical turning point.

Will the show continue pushing bold political discussions, or will it adapt to a new, more cautious era?

Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure—the drama behind the scenes may be just as intense as the debates on air.