In the swirling world of media, the magical rule of threes strikes again! It seems the universe has its own rhythm, and it’s tapping its fingers on the shoulders of some major media players. First, Steven Coar got the boot, his show unceremoniously cancelled. Then, Congress swung its hammer down on government-funded news like PBS and NPR, leaving them begging for scraps. Now, the whispers are that “The View” might be the next casualty. That’s what’s being chattered about on the airwaves, as some say the folks on “The View” have been on the wrong side of the broadcasting law one too many times.

For years, “The View” was the go-to talk show for midday chatter, with hosts chatting about everything from celebrity gossip to bigger political issues. But somewhere along the line, it turned into a podium for relentless political tirades. Contrary to claims of a nosedive, ratings have actually shown some growth, which challenges the perception that viewers are tired of being lectured instead of entertained. It turns out that more viewers are now tuning into Fox News’s Harris Faulkner than “The View’s” ensemble cast. Seems like all those political rants might have annoyed half of their audience into changing the channel.

This isn’t just about viewer numbers, though. There’s a little thing in broadcasting called the public interest mandate, a set of rules requiring networks that enjoy the privilege of free broadcasting to deliver balanced, unbiased content. ABC, NBC, and CBS, having been given these rights long ago, are supposed to give equal airtime to different viewpoints. However, “The View” has often been criticized for being more of a one-sided shout-fest than a fair discussion platform, with no Republican co-hosts to balance the panel.

Now, the winds of change from the political arena might just change the airwaves too. Rumors are floating around that “The View” could face cancellation if it doesn’t amend its ways. A spokesperson from the White House even noted that “The View’s” host’s latest rant did them no favors. Joy Behar herself admitted on air that “The View” is taking a break soon, just as news surfaces about executives at Disney reportedly having had enough of the anti-Trump rhetoric.

Just as in the past when other media folks found themselves without a show for pushing one-sided agendas, “The View” might be heading in the same direction. After all, nothing in life is truly free, and broadcasting privileges come with a responsibility to provide all sides a fair shake. And if you aren’t paying the piper, well, eventually, you might just be left without music. So, for now, “The View” is taking a breather, perhaps reflecting on its next move. And as the media landscape shakes itself off, some are left wondering if balance will finally make a comeback on the television screen.