Harris Faulkner, the esteemed anchor of The Faulkner Focus on Fox News, recently took a shot at The View in an exclusive interview with DailyMail.com, offering sharp criticism of the popular daytime talk show. Faulkner, 59, has often been vocal about her conservative viewpoints, but her latest remarks focused on The View’s production style, specifically its reliance on pre-taped segments. Faulkner argued that her show’s live format gives it a significant edge, especially when it comes to keeping up with the fast-paced political landscape.
The tension between The Faulkner Focus and The View reached a peak when Faulkner’s show pulled ahead in ratings for the first time in January, beating The View by a narrow margin. Faulkner’s show received 2.552 million viewers, slightly surpassing The View’s 2.508 million, a significant achievement considering that The View is a long-running and highly popular show. Faulkner wasted no time commenting on this upset, highlighting the difference in production styles between the two shows.
The Faulkner Focus, seen here in an exclusive interview with President Trump, received 2.552million viewers in January, edging ahead of The View’s 2.508million – de-throning the long-running ABC show
Faulkner remarked, “We’re live, we’re not on tape. This is not hard. Our ability to be nimble will always put us in a position to score big against them.” She emphasized the importance of the live format, which allows her show to quickly adjust to breaking news and deliver up-to-the-minute coverage to its audience. “In a time where the administration is moving quickly, we need to be able to keep up, and The View can’t do that because of their design and the way they are staffed,” Faulkner added.
The Fox News anchor also offered a pointed critique of The View’s focus on heated, often combative discussions, describing their style as relying on “vitriol.” She specifically took issue with the show’s tendency to engage in shouting matches and argued that the show’s approach to controversial topics, such as race and politics, lacked the nuance and thoughtfulness that she believes is necessary for meaningful public discourse. Faulkner said, “On The View, there’s this sort of shout it, cuss it, do whatever you gotta do to get a little more attention around the hot topics.”
Her comments reflect her broader view that The View’s hosts, including Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, and Sunny Hostin, often take a myopic approach to issues, focusing on divisive rhetoric rather than providing in-depth analysis. Faulkner has long been critical of what she perceives as left-leaning bias in mainstream media, but this latest attack is particularly pointed as it comes after a surprising ratings victory over the ABC talk show.
In addition to her commentary on The View, Faulkner discussed her own personal and professional life in the interview. She shared insights about her family, her upbringing in a military household, and her dedication to her faith. As a biracial woman married to a Jewish man, Faulkner expressed concern over the rise of anti-Semitism, especially on college campuses, and spoke about her commitment to teaching her children to stand strong in the face of adversity.
Despite the rivalry between her show and The View, Faulkner expressed appreciation for competition, acknowledging that it pushes her to perform better. She even gave a backhanded compliment to her competitors, saying that their actions have put her in a position to “win even more.” Faulkner’s ability to thrive in such a competitive environment highlights her resilience and dedication to her craft.
While Faulkner’s critique of The View has sparked debate, it also underscores the growing divide between conservative and liberal media outlets. The battle for ratings, especially in a climate of increasingly polarized political views, is far from over. With The Faulkner Focus gaining ground, it will be interesting to see how both shows evolve in the coming months. Faulkner’s confident, no-nonsense approach to news and current events seems to be resonating with a broader audience, and her recent success suggests that her brand of live, engaging TV may be the future of news programming.
As for The View, the show’s ability to adapt and maintain its status as a ratings leader will undoubtedly be tested in the months ahead. But for now, Faulkner stands tall, armed with a clear vision of what works in modern television news. And according to her, it’s not just about opinion—it’s about delivering real-time, live coverage that reflects the rapidly changing world around us.
