Whoopi Goldberg Defends Knicks' Visit With President Trump: 'I Want All Those Black Men to Stand in Our House' [WATCH]

Whoopi Goldberg defended the New York Knicks' decision to visit the White House after their NBA championship, saying she wants 'all those black men to stand in our house' as a reminder of history. The Knicks’ owner James Dolan announced the team planned to accept President Trump's invitation, making them the first NBA champions to visit his White House. Trump had been courtside at Madison Square Garden for Game Three of the Finals on June 8, though it remained unclear how many players would participate. The debate unfolded on The View, where Goldberg stressed the symbolism of the moment.

Other co-hosts offered mixed views, with Sara Haines calling the visit a precarious, uncomfortable choice and Joy Behar noting the broader politics involved. The discussion highlighted the tension between honoring athletic achievement and the political controversies surrounding the White House visit. The panel also referenced earlier visits by athletes during Trump’s previous term, noting several champions declined invitations as they perceived political overtones. The outcome will hinge on the players' collective decision and the team's leadership, including captain Jalen Brunson and Jose Alvarado, who said he would follow the team's choice.