Leavitt’s approach, which directly confronts perceived misinformation, resonates with a large segment of the public who feel abandoned by traditional media.”
She further added that the psychological effects of biased news can exacerbate anxiety and trigger chronic stress, conditions often treated within integrative wellness and behavioral health care systems.
This incident also reveals the challenges faced by veteran media personalities like Goldberg when confronted with new voices who bring critical thinking and are unafraid to disrupt the long-standing dominance of shows like “The View.”
Leavitt’s rapid rise in Republican political circles, coupled with her willingness to challenge old media norms, has clearly unsettled some members of “The View’s” team.
Some insiders have even speculated about potential legal consultations over defamatory commentary and media ethics violations, pointing to precedents in high-profile libel and slander lawsuits involving news outlets.
On social media, audience reactions to these debates have been intense. Many viewers expressed disappointment with how Goldberg and her colleagues handled the situation, arguing that their arguments lacked substance, were overly emotional, and often devolved into personal attacks rather than evidence-based debate.
