Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

The View Defends Second Amendment After Controversial Shooting

1/27/2026

36 2

Summary

Story summary

The View co-hosts defend the Second Amendment after Border Patrol agents shot Alex Pretti, arguing the amendment checks government power.
Sunny Hostin (The View co-host) emphasized that Alex Pretti had a permit to carry his weapon.
Whoopi Goldberg (The View co-host) accused officials of lying about the incident.
Hostin's past comments suggest a shift, as she previously claimed the right to bear arms was linked to protecting slavery.

1 of 1

Story summary

The View co-hosts defend the Second Amendment after Border Patrol agents shot Alex Pretti, arguing the amendment checks government power.
Sunny Hostin (The View co-host) emphasized that Alex Pretti had a permit to carry his weapon.
Whoopi Goldberg (The View co-host) accused officials of lying about the incident.
Hostin's past comments suggest a shift, as she previously claimed the right to bear arms was linked to protecting slavery.