The political firestorm surrounding New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart just got a lot hotter, with The View co-host Joy Behar taking aim at the young signal-caller for his public support of President Donald Trump. During Tuesday's episode, Behar didn't hold back, calling Dart's decision 'stupid and racist' and suggesting he might need extra protection on the field.
Behar argued that Dart's support for Trump, given the president's history of controversial statements and actions, is particularly tone-deaf for a player on a team where a majority of teammates are Black. 'For somebody to back a guy like Trump whose history, and discrimination, and racism goes back to housing discrimination in the ’70s and DEI attacks and posting pictures of the Obamas as apes,' she said. 'When he’s on a team that’s 55-percent to 60-percent of the NFL… of black guys. That is just the definition of stupidity and racism.' She even joked that Dart 'maybe needs a little extra padding.'
But not everyone is buying Behar's take. Social media erupted in defense of Dart, with many users dismissing the The View host as out of touch. 'Who watches The View anyways? These women are irrelevant,' one user posted. Another pointed out the practical reality: 'If anyone took liberties with him they’d be cut on the spot. These players value their employment and weekly checks over their dislike of President.' A third commenter added, 'I guess nobody told them that calling people they disagree with racist doesn't work anymore.'
The debate has already split NFL legends, with some siding with Dart's right to his political views. This isn't the first time Dart's Trump stance has stirred controversy—earlier this year, Boomer vs. Bettis: Giants QB Jaxson Dart's Trump Rally Stance Splits NFL Legends highlighted the divide among former players. But Behar's comments have added a new layer of intensity.
Despite the noise, the Giants locker room appears to be a non-issue. Veteran players have publicly stated that Dart's political views haven't caused any rifts. Even Abdul Carter, who initially expressed disagreement with Dart, has since patched things up. In fact, Abdul Carter Says He and Jaxson Dart Have Resolved Their Disagreement after a simple conversation. Giants tackle Eluemunor also shut down any talk of locker room drama, emphasizing that the team is focused on football.
Behar's outburst seems to be falling on deaf ears within the Giants organization. Players are more concerned with winning games than political squabbles, and the team's culture remains strong. As one insider noted, the idea that Dart's views would cause on-field retaliation is far-fetched—players know their livelihoods are on the line.
This latest chapter in the Dart saga shows how quickly a political statement can become a national talking point. But for the Giants, it's just another day of distractions that they're determined to ignore. With training camp approaching, the team is focused on building chemistry and preparing for the season—not on what pundits say about their quarterback's voting preferences.
Whether Behar's criticism will have any lasting impact remains to be seen. But if the response from fans and teammates is any indication, Dart's support among his peers is solid. The real test will come on the field, where Dart has vowed to play smarter and stay healthier in 2026. For now, the Giants are moving forward, united in their goal of a winning season.
