Fox News’ The Five has long been known for its fiery debates, with tensions running high between the conservative voices and the single liberal presence of Jessica Tarlov. But on Thursday, August 30, 2025, what was expected to be just another heated discussion about Donald Trump’s latest controversial actions turned into a full-blown on-air confrontation—one that will likely go down in the show’s history.

Jessica Tarlov, the lone progressive voice on the panel, took a bold step by confronting her conservative colleagues about what she described as their “selective outrage” when it comes to the actions of former President Donald Trump. The result? An explosive moment that shocked both the audience and the Fox News team.

The Clash Over Hypocrisy

It all started with a routine discussion about Donald Trump’s recent moves. The panel was dissecting Trump’s decisions, including his defiance of Congress and his controversial deployment of the National Guard in U.S. cities. Tarlov, as she often does, brought a critical perspective to the table—this time challenging her colleagues on their reaction to Trump’s actions.

“Imagine if Barack Obama had done this,” Tarlov said, looking pointedly at her co-hosts. “Imagine if Joe Biden said, ‘I’d like to control what goes in museums, I’d like to dictate campus life in America.’ You would be absolutely losing your minds.”

Her words, while pointed, were not an accusation. Instead, Tarlov was offering a reframe—asking her colleagues to imagine if a Democratic president had done the same things Trump was doing. The contrast, she argued, would have been met with outrage from the conservative media, a point she knew would resonate with the audience. It was a sharp rebuke—one that highlighted the double standards many conservatives appear to hold when it comes to Trump.

Gutfeld’s Defensive Response

Greg Gutfeld, a longtime Fox News personality who is known for his sharp wit and staunch defense of Trump, didn’t take kindly to Tarlov’s remarks. He quickly retorted, “You’re applying your bias to every one of these things and then expecting us to agree with it.”

The tension in the studio began to escalate as Gutfeld tried to dismiss Tarlov’s argument. But Tarlov, as she has often done in the past, stood her ground, refusing to let Gutfeld’s counter-argument go unanswered. She calmly but firmly clarified her point: “This isn’t bias,” she said. “I am just giving you exactly what Donald Trump is doing—but in the form of Barack Obama.”

This pushback caught the attention of her fellow panelists, including Dana Perino, Jesse Watters, and Jeanine Pirro, who remained silent but visibly uncomfortable as Tarlov continued to challenge their narrative. The rest of the panel, which had previously been embroiled in its own back-and-forth, fell into a tense silence.

The Shocking Sexist Remark

But things took a turn for the worse when Greg Gutfeld, clearly frustrated, crossed a line that stunned viewers. In a moment that many are calling out for its outright disrespect and sexism, Gutfeld muttered, “Typical chick,” a dismissive jab meant to undermine Tarlov’s position.

The insult was loud enough for both the camera and Tarlov to catch, and her reaction was immediate. The look on her face—part disbelief, part anger—was enough to send shockwaves across the Fox News set.

“You have now absolutely gone too far,” Tarlov shot back, her voice steady but full of conviction. The confrontation was now impossible to ignore, and as the cameras lingered for a brief moment, the tension in the air was palpable. Gutfeld, attempting to deflect the backlash, doubled down with a flippant remark, calling her a “real chick.”

The show quickly cut to a commercial break, but the damage had already been done.

The Viral Moment and Fallout

Within minutes, the clash between Tarlov and Gutfeld exploded across social media. Fans and critics alike were quick to weigh in, with many praising Tarlov for standing up for herself and calling out the hypocrisy she had pointed out. Others, however, took issue with Gutfeld’s behavior, calling it a blatant example of sexist and dismissive behavior toward a female colleague.

This moment crystallized a larger truth about The Five—and Fox News in general. For years, Tarlov’s role on the panel has often been to act as a foil for the conservative voices, someone they can spar with to create an entertaining dynamic. But in this instance, Tarlov managed to flip the script, turning the tables on her co-hosts by forcing them to confront the contradictions in their political stances.

What Happens Next: The Bigger Picture

The clash highlighted a fundamental divide within American politics—one that goes beyond mere policy disagreements. The incident revealed the deeply entrenched political tribalism that pervades the media and shapes how different actions are perceived based on the party of the person responsible.

Tarlov’s challenge to her co-hosts exposed how conservative voices at Fox News are often willing to overlook—or even defend—Trump’s controversial actions, even when they would decry similar actions from a Democratic president. In essence, her confrontation wasn’t just about Trump—it was about the hypocrisy that many Americans see in the way political loyalty shapes media narratives.

However, the exchange also revealed something more troubling: the way gender dynamics come into play when a woman challenges the narrative of powerful, dominant voices like Gutfeld. His sexist remark underscored just how deeply ingrained some forms of disrespect are in the world of cable news.

What’s Next for Jessica Tarlov?

For Jessica Tarlov, the fallout from this confrontation could serve as a turning point. Far from being intimidated by the sexist remark, she stood firm in her beliefs, and in doing so, showed that she is not simply a punching bag for the right-wing pundits on The Five.

The incident may spark further tension between her and her co-hosts, but it also may give her a platform to continue holding them accountable for their selective outrage and hypocrisy.

As for Greg Gutfeld, the incident will likely leave a lasting stain on his public persona. His attempt to dismiss Tarlov with a sexist jab has left many viewers questioning the sincerity of his political arguments, as well as his respect for his colleagues.

This episode will undoubtedly be one for the books, remembered as a flashpoint in the ongoing culture wars that play out on cable news every night. Whether it sparks change or further division, only time will tell. But one thing is certain: the drama on The Five is far from over.