Elon Musk and Karoline Leavitt Call Out “The View” for Political Bias in Surprise X Livestream

Earlier today, tech mogul Elon Musk and political commentator Karoline Leavitt made waves with an unexpected livestream on X (formerly Twitter), jointly accusing ABC’s daytime talk show, The View, of pushing politically biased content through what they described as “editorial coordination” and “message manipulation.” The statement was brief but immediately sparked intense debate across both media and political circles.

“This goes beyond just a TV show,” Leavitt said during the broadcast. “It’s about how narratives are carefully crafted and delivered to millions of Americans who think they’re watching genuine discussion.”

Leavitt, a former Trump White House press aide, has become an outspoken critic of media bias, especially in mainstream outlets. Musk, who purchased X in 2022 and has since championed transparency and open debate, backed her claims live on air.

“We’re simply shining a light on what millions already suspect,” Musk commented. “Much of today’s media is less about journalism and more about curating stories to fit certain agendas.”

What Sparked the Livestream?

According to sources close to Leavitt, the livestream followed months of reviewing public video clips, editorial notes, and testimony from people connected to TV production. While no internal ABC documents were shown, Leavitt referenced communications her team had received, pointing to pre-scripted segments, coordinated political talking points, and selective guest booking.

“The public deserves to understand how some of these media operations really work,” she said. “The View just happens to be a prime example.”

Leavitt didn’t name specific staff or producers but asserted that the show often recycles “approved talking points” to reinforce favored narratives while sidelining dissenting opinions.

ABC has yet to respond to requests for comment.

Industry Reactions: Heated and Divided

Social media erupted almost instantly. Hashtags like #TheViewResponse and #MediaTransparency quickly trended, with reactions sharply split along political lines.

Supporters of Leavitt and Musk hailed the livestream as overdue pushback against long-standing media bias.

“You don’t have to agree with their politics,” noted media analyst Jordan Kline, “to see that much of TV today is highly curated. This isn’t a new issue—they’re just saying it out loud.”

Critics, however, dismissed the event as political theater.

“This seems more like a stunt than genuine media accountability,” said Kara Dunlevy, a journalist at The Atlantic. “If they have real evidence, show it. Otherwise, it’s just more partisan noise.”

The View’s Controversial Role

Since its 1997 debut, The View has been a staple of daytime TV, blending celebrity interviews with lively political debate. Its rotating panel, including Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, has never shied away from controversy—especially on issues relating to the Trump administration and conservative politics.

Though the show has featured a range of perspectives, critics like Leavitt argue that opposing voices are often marginalized or set up for confrontation.

Musk’s Ongoing Critique of Mainstream Media

Musk’s criticism of “legacy media” is nothing new. Since acquiring X, he’s repeatedly accused major networks of favoring narrative over objective news. Under his leadership, X has introduced features like Community Notes for crowd-sourced fact-checking and has promoted citizen journalism as a counterbalance to traditional outlets.

During the livestream, Musk clarified that the goal wasn’t to cancel The View, but to highlight issues of editorial integrity and transparency.

“People can watch whatever they want,” he said. “We just want viewers to understand the difference between opinion, entertainment, and journalism.”

Political Implications: A Strategic Move?

Some analysts see the timing—just months before the 2024 election—as strategic. Leavitt is rumored to be in line for a senior communications role should Trump win a second term, and her partnership with Musk, whose platform reaches millions, could be part of a broader effort to encourage skepticism toward mainstream media among undecided voters.

“The messaging here is clear,” said Daniel Lee, a media professor at Northwestern University. “It’s about undermining trust in traditional news and driving engagement to alternative platforms. Whether that’s good or bad depends on your view of the current media landscape.”

ABC’s Response Pending

As of now, neither The View nor ABC has commented on the livestream. However, sources say ABC’s legal team is reviewing the statements to determine if a formal response is needed.

“We take these claims seriously,” said one anonymous insider, “but we’re also aware of the highly charged political atmosphere.”

What’s Next?

Whether this controversy marks a turning point or just another chapter in the ongoing media wars remains to be seen. But Musk and Leavitt have succeeded in putting The View—and, by extension, media transparency—back in the national spotlight.

In today’s polarized climate, even a short livestream can spark a nationwide debate.

As America heads into another heated election season, the bigger question may not be what we watch—but why we believe what we see.