

This Fight Over RFK Jr. Was So Big It Could Be Cheryl Hines Last Time on 'The View'
Oct 16, 2025
Tensions rise as Cheryl Hines defends RFK Jr.'s health views on The View, igniting a fierce debate. Zohran Mamdani is spotlighted for his radical rhetoric and ties to Marxist leaders, raising alarms about potential collectivist policies in NYC. Amid high-profile crime, Cincinnati's police chief attempts an unusual message to deter criminals. Ilhan Omar throws her support behind a progressive candidate, signaling a shift in Minneapolis. Plus, Dave shares witty insights during a lively Q&A, diving into hot-button issues and personal anecdotes.
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Defending RFK Jr.'s Health Advocacy
- Cheryl Hines defended Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health advocacy and criticized The View for turning her book interview into attacks on her husband.
- Dave Rubin argues RFK Jr. has a track record on toxins, autism concerns, and public-health critiques that merit respect rather than dismissal.
RFK Jr.'s Personal Mission And Political Shift
- Dave recounts RFK Jr.'s stated lifelong prayer to end childhood chronic disease and his alignment with Trump in 2023 as a turning point.
- Rubin frames Kennedy as someone motivated by public-health goals rather than fitting neatly into partisan labels.
Warning About Radical Mayoral Prospects
- Dave warns that Zohran Mamdani's likely NYC mayoralty represents a rise of collectivist, socialist politics in city governance.
- He links Mamdani's rhetoric and inspirations to authoritarian revolutionary figures and predicts negative outcomes for residents.