Topic: Arizona Law

Rahm Emanuel explains that the Department of Justice, led by Eric Holder, made the ultimate decision to sue Arizona over its immigration law, SB 1070. The hosts criticize Emanuel for comparing the interview process to "dealing with children on their homework," a rhetorical tactic they claim is also used by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs to marginalize journalists.

Milwaukee County Supervisor Peggy West is mocked for a public statement suggesting she would only support Arizona's immigration law if the state shared a border with Mexico. The hosts use the clip to criticize the American education system.

Bay Buchanan criticizes President Obama for allowing Mexican President Felipe Calderón to criticize Arizona's immigration laws on US soil. She argues that the administration's stance weakens American sovereignty and fails to protect national interests.

In response to Los Angeles' boycott of Arizona over its immigration law, Arizona Corporation Commissioner Gary Pierce suggested a counter-boycott. Pierce noted that 25% of Los Angeles' electricity is generated in Arizona and offered to "renegotiate" power arrangements, effectively threatening the city with blackouts.

A controversy involving Miss Oklahoma's answer on Arizona's immigration law is examined. While the live broadcast appeared to have muted or managed audience reactions, clips shown on "The View" featured audible booing. The hosts analyze the potential for audio manipulation by networks to shape public perception of the contestant's support for states' rights.

Senator John McCain's response to the Arizona immigration law is analyzed. The hosts discuss how the state law mirrors existing federal law and critique McCain's perceived weakness in addressing the violence perpetrated by Mexican drug cartels along the southern border.