{"id":955,"date":"2026-01-15T09:23:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T09:23:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsliked.online\/?p=955"},"modified":"2026-01-15T09:23:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T09:23:15","slug":"dq-fox-news-shake-up-johnny-joey-jones-joins-the-five-and-insiders-say-greg-gutfeld-personally-pushed-for-the-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsliked.online\/?p=955","title":{"rendered":"dq. FOX NEWS SHAKE-UP: Johnny Joey Jones Joins The Five \u2014 and Insiders Say Greg Gutfeld Personally Pushed for the Switch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a move that has sent quiet ripples through conservative media circles,\u00a0<span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Fox News<\/span>\u00a0has confirmed a notable addition to one of its most-watched programs.\u00a0<span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Johnny Joey Jones<\/span>, a familiar and respected voice on the network, is officially joining the rotating panel of\u00a0<em data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"475\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">The Five<\/span><\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"478\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy-img\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/media.mediapost.com\/dam\/cropped\/2025\/04\/03\/fox-thefive_jy1hCnt.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"240\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"831\">While the announcement itself might appear straightforward, insiders say the story behind the move is anything but ordinary. According to multiple sources close to the network, the switch was not merely a programming decision\u2014it was personally championed by\u00a0<em data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"777\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Greg Gutfeld<\/span><\/em>, the show\u2019s most recognizable and influential figure.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"871\">A Strategic Move, Not a Sudden One<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"1300\">Johnny Joey Jones is no stranger to Fox News viewers. A retired Marine Corps bomb technician who lost both legs while serving in Afghanistan, Jones has built a reputation as a calm, thoughtful commentator with deep credibility on military, veterans\u2019 affairs, and national security issues. Over the years, he has appeared across Fox News programming, offering analysis that blends personal experience with disciplined restraint.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1679\">According to network sources, discussions about expanding Jones\u2019s role began months ago. Executives reportedly saw him as a natural fit for\u00a0<em data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1452\">The Five<\/em>, a program that thrives on sharp contrast between personalities and perspectives. Jones\u2019s measured tone, insiders say, was viewed as a stabilizing force\u2014someone who could ground heated discussions without dulling their impact.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1713\">Greg Gutfeld\u2019s Personal Push<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1935\">What sets this move apart is the alleged behind-the-scenes advocacy by Greg Gutfeld. Sources familiar with internal conversations say Gutfeld was not only supportive of Jones joining the show but actively lobbied for it.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1935\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy-img\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/f4PEdSedOPY\/hq720.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEhCK4FEIIDSFryq4qpAxMIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJD&amp;rs=AOn4CLCEs54bF9qi-wV_eEag1SzZOe7o1A\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"240\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2234\">Gutfeld, who has become one of the most powerful voices in cable news, is known for his instinctive understanding of audience chemistry. His late-night program and his presence on\u00a0<em data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2127\">The Five<\/em> have consistently delivered strong ratings, giving him considerable informal influence within the network.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2420\">\u201cGutfeld believed Joey would add credibility and depth without disrupting the show\u2019s rhythm,\u201d one insider said. \u201cHe felt viewers were ready for a voice that doesn\u2019t shout to be heard.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2477\">That endorsement reportedly carried significant weight.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2505\">Why\u00a0<em data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2497\">The Five<\/em>\u00a0Matters<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2817\"><em data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2517\">The Five<\/em> is not just another panel show. Airing during prime hours, it has become one of the highest-rated programs in cable news, known for its lively debates and sharp ideological clashes. Its success lies in a careful balance: humor, confrontation, and commentary that feels unscripted\u2014even when it isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2817\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy-img\" src=\"https:\/\/variety.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Greg-Gutfeld-Vareity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"240\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"3021\">Adding Jones to the lineup suggests a subtle evolution rather than a reinvention. Fox News executives appear intent on preserving the show\u2019s energy while broadening its emotional and experiential range.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a move that has sent quiet ripples through conservative media circles,\u00a0Fox News\u00a0has confirmed a notable addition to one of its most-watched programs.\u00a0Johnny Joey Jones, a familiar and respected voice on the network, is officially joining the rotating panel of\u00a0The Five. 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