Vice President JD Vance recently shared insights about his unexpected experience on the ABC show The View. Vance appeared on the program to promote his new memoir, Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith.

During his appearance, the hosts addressed various topics with Vance. They questioned him on key issues like affordability, the Epstein Files, immigration, and race. Historically, the hosts of The View have not been shy about criticizing former President Trump.

Later, during an interview on Fox’s Gutfeld!, Vance expressed surprise at the show’s atmosphere. He remarked, “I expected them to be absolutely vicious, and they were only a little bit vicious. It wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be.”

Vance also highlighted a surprising compliment from co-host Joy Behar. According to him, she stated during a break, “You know what? You’re, like, pretty good for a Republican.” Vance admitted that this was more praise than he expected.

This account hints at the unpredictable dynamics of media appearances and cross-political dialogue on shows like The View.