Jesse Watters Throws Shade at Greg Gutfeld in the Wake of Elon Musk’s Epstein List Claims

In a surprising and uncomfortable exchange on Fox News’ The Five, Jesse Watters, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, decided to turn the spotlight on his co-host, Greg Gutfeld, while attempting to downplay Elon Musk’s recent claims about Trump’s ties to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The ongoing feud between Musk and Trump has taken several unexpected turns, with Musk alleging that Trump was listed in the highly speculated and much-discussed “Epstein files,” a list that supposedly names high-profile individuals who had interactions with Epstein. While some have brushed off Musk’s statements as part of a larger smear campaign, Watters, in his usual brash style, shifted the narrative with a remark directed at Gutfeld that caught many by surprise.

The “Epstein List” Drama

The Epstein files have been a subject of heated speculation for years, with many prominent figures—such as Trump, former President Bill Clinton, and Britain’s Prince Andrew—being repeatedly linked to Epstein, who was arrested on charges of running a sex trafficking ring and died in jail under mysterious circumstances in 2019. While there have been numerous accusations and investigations into these figures, no concrete evidence has been presented linking them to Epstein’s alleged crimes.

In a particularly charged episode of The Five, Musk’s claim about Trump being in the “Epstein files” reignited the conversation. Musk took to his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), to reiterate his point, accusing Trump of having a closer relationship with Epstein than he had publicly acknowledged. This statement only fueled the tension between Musk and Trump, especially after their ongoing back-and-forth over the spending bill and other political issues.

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Jesse Watters’ Unexpected Comment

Amid this explosive exchange, Jesse Watters attempted to deflect attention away from Musk’s claims and downplay the significance of the “Epstein list.” However, in an odd and offhanded comment, Watters decided to take a swipe at Gutfeld, humorously suggesting that his co-host might also be tied to the infamous list.

“Sometimes when you’re angry, you say things you don’t mean,” Watters said during the segment. “Greg mocked my hair last week, I said, ‘He’s on the Epstein List!’”

Gutfeld, clearly caught off guard, chuckled and nodded in acknowledgment, replying, “Yeah, you did.”

But Watters quickly backtracked, adding, “But I didn’t mean that. I made it up.”

Shifting the Focus

Watters then pivoted back to the controversy surrounding Musk and Trump, attempting to deflect the conversation from any serious implications related to the Epstein files. He minimized Musk’s claims, stating, “No one knows what the list is. Nobody knows who’s on it. So, let’s not even entertain it.”

This move was seen by many as an attempt to dilute the severity of Musk’s allegations against Trump, turning the focus back to the ongoing political drama between the two figures. However, the moment created tension between the Fox News hosts, with the awkwardness of the back-and-forth hanging in the air.

Musk vs. Trump: The War of Words Continues

Musk’s criticism of Trump isn’t new. Their relationship has been marked by ups and downs, with Musk initially being a vocal supporter of Trump before the two fell out over various issues, particularly Musk’s role in Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Recently, Musk has accused Trump of acting in ways that undermine his political ambitions, especially after the former president began attacking Musk’s business interests.

The latest round of attacks came after Trump blasted Musk’s government subsidies, calling for them to be cut as a way to save the U.S. government billions of dollars. Musk, never one to shy away from controversy, responded vehemently, accusing Trump of sabotaging his efforts and calling him out for trying to undermine his work on electric vehicles.

The Fallout: Media Drama and Internal Tensions

As the drama between Musk and Trump continues to unfold, the incident on The Five revealed deeper tensions at Fox News. While the network has generally avoided taking sides in the dispute, the comment from Watters highlights an ongoing undercurrent of division within the conservative media landscape.

The implications of Musk’s claims about the Epstein files continue to reverberate, with many wondering whether the feud will further damage Trump’s image and his political viability. Musk’s status as one of the most influential figures in tech and media only adds weight to his words, making the situation even more fraught.

Moving Forward

As the story develops, the public and media’s attention remains fixated on the feud between Musk and Trump, and now, the awkward tension between the Fox News hosts. Watters’ comment, while seemingly light-hearted, underscores the growing animosity between the two figures and their allies. With both Musk and Trump likely to continue their back-and-forth, it’s clear that the media storm surrounding the Epstein files and their political fallout will only intensify.

For now, the focus remains on how this drama will play out, both in the media and in the larger political sphere. Whether or not Musk’s claims about the Epstein files hold any weight remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: the tension between Musk and Trump, as well as the growing media spectacle surrounding their feud, is far from over.