In what can only be described as a triumph for humanity, A/B/C has announced their groundbreaking decision not to renew the contracts of Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, longtime staples of The View. The network’s rationale? A noble crusade to cleanse the airwaves of what they’ve so delicately referred to as “toxic” elements. Subtle, right?

Fans of the show—and by “fans,” we mean those who can stomach daily doses of political hot takes, endless interruptions, and the occasional shouting match—are left reeling from the announcement. “What will we do without their insightful debates where everyone talks over each other?” cried no one ever.

According to sources close to the network, A/B/C’s executive team finally reached their limit after realizing that The View had somehow become less about nuanced discussion and more about who could yell the loudest. “We’re committed to fostering an environment that promotes thoughtful discourse,” said an unnamed spokesperson, who barely managed to keep a straight face. “And let’s be honest, Whoopi and Joy aren’t exactly… facilitating that.”

Of course, not everyone is taking the news well. Twitter is ablaze with hashtags like #JusticeForWhoopi and #BringBackBehar, as fans express their completely unbiased opinions about the decision. “They’re silencing strong women!” tweeted one user, while conveniently forgetting that there are plenty of strong women in the world who don’t make their living by trading snark for ratings.

Meanwhile, insiders report that the show will undergo a “complete rebrand,” with plans to bring in hosts who “better align with the network’s vision.” Translation: Prepare for The View 2.0, now with fewer arguments and more scripted niceties. Rumors suggest that potential replacements include a tech-savvy AI bot programmed to agree with everything and a golden retriever who just wants everyone to get along

As for Goldberg and Behar, their next moves remain uncertain. Some speculate they might join forces for a new podcast titled Unfiltered and Unbothered. Others suggest they’ll take their talents to social media, where the “toxic” environment is not only welcome but celebrated.

One thing’s for sure: A/B/C’s decision has sparked a debate that will likely outlive the show itself. Is this the end of an era or just a desperate attempt to keep ratings from sinking faster than a lead balloon? Stay tuned—just not to The View.