Whoopi Goldberg‘s claims regarding a Staten Island, New York bakery have sparked outrage among local leaders and customers alike. The co-host of “The View” alleged that Holtermann’s Bakery, a cherished establishment with a storied 145-year-old history,

Whoopi Goldberg claimed a bakery refused her dessert order due to politics, but the owner cited boiler issues.

On the Wednesday, November 13 episode, the co-host claimed that a Staten Island bakery refused to make her the Charlotte Russe desserts because of her left-leaning political beliefs. Goldberg shared the bold allegation after explaining that the desserts, which she wanted to bring in for everyone at The View, were a tribute to her mother.