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Sara Haines Breaks Down Over Distressing News

1/31/2026

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On the Behind the Table podcast, Sara Haines, cohost of The View, broke down in tears over grim news.
She cited a Minnesota shooting and a bizarre phone call involving U.S. President Donald Trump.
Haines said it is hard to stay positive amid such topics, noting 'the greater world is on fire'.
The episode highlighted the impact of distressing news on mental health for media workers.

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Story summary

On the Behind the Table podcast, Sara Haines, cohost of The View, broke down in tears over grim news.
She cited a Minnesota shooting and a bizarre phone call involving U.S. President Donald Trump.
Haines said it is hard to stay positive amid such topics, noting 'the greater world is on fire'.
The episode highlighted the impact of distressing news on mental health for media workers.