The June episode of “The View” was intended to be a celebration of Pride Month, featuring discussions about LGBTQ+ rights, the history of Pride, and personal stories from members of the community. Whoopi Goldberg, a long-time advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, opened the segment with a heartfelt monologue about the importance of Pride Month and her personal commitment to supporting the community.

“As someone who believes in equality and justice for all, Pride Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the courage and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community,” Goldberg began. Her words were met with applause from the audience, and the show seemed to be proceeding as planned.

However, things took a dramatic turn when Goldberg invited a guest speaker, an activist and drag performer, to share their story. As the discussion progressed, it became apparent that not everyone in the studio shared Goldberg’s enthusiasm for the topic. Tensions escalated, and before long, a heated argument broke out among the co-hosts.