I said to Whoopi, ‘I cant do it right now," she adds.

Holtermann maintains that “it was not because of political affiliations.

Despite multiple attempts, a representative forThe Viewdid not provideEntertainment Weeklywith comment.

Whoopi Goldberg on The View

Whoopi Goldberg and a dessert on her birthday episode of ‘The View’.ABC

However, Goldberg published anInstagramvideo on Thursday addressing the situation.

I never mentioned the name of the bakery, or the location.

Nothing better than that.”

Its a sponge cake with whipped cream and a cherry on top.

I should tell you, Charlotte Russe has no political leanings.

“No, let me explain,” Goldberg continued.

Its not… because Im a woman, but perhaps they did not like my politics.

But, thats okay, because you know what, listen, this is my mothers celebration.

Pick these up and celebrate with me and my mom.

Thank you everyone for celebrating my birthday today."

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