When Sage Steele spoke up about Alyssa Farah Griffin's career move, it was nothing short of fiery. The former ESPN anchor didn’t hold back when critiquing Griffin’s decision to “jump ship” after Donald Trump's 2020 election loss. It’s the kind of commentary that leaves you thinking: Is it fair or just a strong opinion?
Steele's Thoughts on Griffin's Career Shift
During a lively episode of Gutfeld! on May 29, host Greg Gutfeld and Sage Steele dove into a spirited discussion about how Griffin’s career trajectory has evolved since her days in the Trump White House. It wasn’t just a casual conversation—it was a moment where opinions were laid out bare, and emotions ran high.
Steele, known for her sharp tongue and unfiltered opinions, didn’t mince words. “Can I just be really mean for a second? I need to,” she said with a laugh. “Alyssa Farah Griffin is someone whose entire career was built in the Trump White House. She was right there with everyone, fully committed. And then what happens? Trump loses the election, and suddenly, she's off to CNN, and now The View? That’s opportunism, plain and simple. You’re one and done in my book.”
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Gutfeld's Witty Take
Gutfeld chimed in with his own quip, comparing Griffin to Omarosa Manigault Newman, a former Trump aide who became a controversial figure in the media world. “Alyssa is a poor man’s Omarosa,” he said, bringing the segment to a close with a punchline that left viewers laughing but also pondering the comparison.
Griffin's Recent Moves
Griffin, who is now 34, found herself in the spotlight again after discussing her recent trip to Florida and the upcoming presidential election during an episode of The View on May 28. Her reflections weren’t just casual observations; they were a call to action. “Time is running out. We’re only six months away,” she emphasized. “We have to be honest. There’s a real chance this guy could win if we don’t start fighting harder.”
Her transition from CNN to The View wasn’t just a job change—it was a significant career pivot. Griffin joined CNN as a political contributor in 2021, and just a year later, she became a permanent co-host on The View. Recently, she even interviewed First Lady Jill Biden alongside her fellow co-hosts, showcasing her growing influence and role in the political discourse.
In the early days of her time at The View, Griffin shared insights into the dynamics of the show. She revealed that discussions could get intense, but the camaraderie among the hosts kept things lighthearted off-screen. “I’ve guest-hosted more than two dozen times now, so I’ve really gotten to know the women on the show,” Griffin said during a Good Morning America appearance in September 2022. “You’ll watch us have a heated Hot Topic segment, but as soon as we start panning out for commercial, Joy Behar is cracking jokes, Sunny Hostin is showing me pictures of her dogs.”
Sage Steele’s History with The View
This wasn’t the first time Steele voiced her strong opinions about The View. She once appeared as a guest on the program and later opened up about why she’d never want to host the show herself. During an episode of Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast in October 2023, Steele expressed her frustrations. “I’ve been on The View, and it didn’t go so well. Because at The View, they don’t want your view—they only want theirs—and they’re full of it,” she candidly admitted.
Bill Maher agreed, adding, “The problem is they’ve never had anybody who’s actually smart enough to say it the way you’re saying it.”
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Steele expanded on her grievances. “I’ve been on The View four times, and then they made me audition again when they were making changes. They’re 100 percent full of it. They don’t want to hear your view if you think differently than they do. They’re fine telling lies on that stage and set. And they know that if someone calls them on it, they’re just going to talk over them, have the audience clap, and go to break. So, the show to me is despicable and it makes me sad. Its potential for over 20 years has been incredible, and they ruined it.”
