Following Donald Trump’s resounding 2024 election win, the hosts of ABC’s “The View” were in full meltdown mode, with co-host Sunny Hostin leading the charge. With Republicans set to control both the White House and Congress, Hostin painted a dire picture, lamenting what she perceives as a “perilous choice” by Americans to reinstate Trump in office.

Visibly shaken, Hostin referenced a New York Times headline that branded Trump’s win as a “perilous choice,” claiming that while America might not have understood the risks in 2016, “we know now” what’s in store. “I’m profoundly disturbed,” Hostin admitted, adding, “We know now that he will have almost unfettered power.” Her words captured a frantic atmosphere among progressives who are struggling to grasp the political shift.

Hostin’s worries didn’t stop there. In an impassioned monologue, she claimed to be worried about everything from the working class to the elderly, even citing Social Security as potentially under threat—though she provided no evidence that Trump has plans to target these groups. “I worry about my mother, a retired teacher. I worry about our elderly and their social security and their care,” she added, repeating the Democratic narrative that a Trump presidency would somehow strip away rights.

She didn’t shy away from echoing claims of “reduced rights,” particularly for women. “I worry about my children’s future, especially my daughter, who now has fewer rights than I had,” she said, again failing to explain precisely what rights she believes would be rescinded under a Trump administration. Hostin’s statement reflects a trend among left-leaning media personalities who often cite vague concerns without providing specific policies as evidence.

Perhaps the most intense part of Hostin’s diatribe came when she invoked the January 6th narrative, questioning why Trump was even allowed to run. She lamented that the 14th Amendment hadn’t prevented his candidacy, despite a clear mandate from the voters. “I’m profoundly disturbed that the 14th Amendment of the Constitution did not prevent someone who participated in an insurrection from becoming president of the United States,” she declared.

Her frustration grew when she criticized what she described as America’s “unjust” legal system, complaining about Trump’s eligibility despite past legal challenges. She went as far as suggesting that convicted felons applying for unemployment should no longer have to check the “felon” box, sarcastically remarking that “if you can be President of the United States,” this legal formality is outdated.

Turning her focus to the economy, Hostin seemed certain that Trump’s return would spell financial doom, claiming that economists forecast a $7.75 trillion debt increase under Trump. This projection, however, is often made without acknowledging the inflationary pressures and deficit spending from the previous administration. She also voiced fears about mass deportations, “internment camps,” and other policies, based on nothing but media speculation.

Finally, Hostin claimed the election outcome was a “referendum of cultural resentment” rather than policy. “As a woman of color, I was so hopeful that a mixed-race woman married to a Jewish guy could be elected president of this country,” she said, doubling down on her belief that the race had nothing to do with policy and everything to do with “cultural resentment.”

In reality, Trump’s landslide victory was more a rejection of progressive overreach than an indictment of America’s diversity. Millions of Americans, faced with rising costs, economic instability, and an ever-encroaching government, cast their ballots for a leader who champions lower taxes, stronger borders, and individual freedoms. Hostin and “The View” might see Trump’s win as “perilous,” but for the silent majority, it’s a return to common sense and a government that respects the will of the people.

While Hostin’s concerns may play well to her audience, Trump’s supporters see these outbursts as further proof that mainstream media personalities remain hopelessly out of touch with the issues facing everyday Americans. As Republicans prepare to lead with a strong mandate, Hostin’s commentary only reinforces the reality that the country is tired of fearmongering—and ready to move forward.