Conflict Erupts on 'The View' Over Behar's Feelings for Vance

WHO:

NY Post - Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, JD Vance, Barbara Walters

Fox News - Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, JD Vance, Barbara Walters

WHAT:

NY Post - Sunny Hostin claimed that Joy Behar is "in love" with JD Vance.

Fox News - Joy Behar defended her treatment of Vice President JD Vance, stating she treats him like a "human being."

WHY:

Fox News - Joy Behar cited late Barbara Walters' example of courtesy as a reason for her behavior towards JD Vance.

HOW:

NY Post - Joy Behar responded to the claim by stating, "I’m not in love with him, and I’m not in love with this administration."

(UPDATED June 20, 2026 06:22 UTC)

Joy Behar recently addressed claims made by Sunny Hostin that she is "in love" with JD Vance, firmly stating, "I’m not in love with him, and I’m not in love with this administration." In her defense, Behar explained that she treats Vance like a "human being," drawing inspiration from the late Barbara Walters' example of courtesy. This exchange has sparked conversation across multiple news platforms, including the NY Post and Fox News.