The Five – January 10, 2026

Episode: "Video Taken By ICE Agent Who Fired Shots Released"

Podcast: The Five (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: January 10, 2026
Panel: Sandra Smith (host), Kennedy, Jessica Tarlov, Jesse Watters, Greg Gutfeld

Main Theme / Purpose

This episode centers on the newly released video footage from the ICE officer involved in the deadly shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis. The panel debates how the video alters the narrative, the media’s and politicians’ rhetoric, broader protest dynamics, and law enforcement’s role. The episode also touches on President Trump’s meeting with oil executives, late-night comedy’s anti-Trump turn, showerhead regulations, some personal banter, and lighter segments.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. ICE Shooting in Minneapolis: The New Video and Its Fallout

(00:33–15:16)

• Incident Overview:
  Sandra Smith introduces the just-released video filmed by the ICE agent who shot Renee Good. Renee was reportedly part of an anti-immigration vigilante group ("ICE Watch"). The video provides critical context, showing Renee’s wife taunting officers and activity moments before the shooting.

• Panel Reaction to the Video:

  • Jesse Watters:
    Argues the video’s perspective justifies the officer’s sense of threat:

    “Well, he felt like his life was in danger, and so it’s justified. The Democrats have been lying about this and this new video proves that.” (03:50)
    He accuses Democratic leaders and activists of intentionally creating high-risk confrontations, seeking to replicate the chaos of past events like George Floyd’s death.

  • Jessica Tarlov:
    Pushes back, highlighting inconsistent commands, the officer’s reaction, and post-shooting behavior:

    “She hears two conflating instructions. She hears, get out of the car and also get out of here... Officer Ross, as he is walking away, calls her an effing bitch.” (07:54)
    She cautions against premature labeling of protestors as domestic terrorists and notes Supreme Court precedent limits on absolute officer immunity.

  • Kennedy:
    Recognizes fault on both sides:

    “Whenever you have the exact same set of facts and people are pulling out completely opposite conclusions... the truth is somewhere in the middle.” (10:07)
    Notes that protestors and the officer carried their own baggage and that timing played a key role in the escalation. Also questions the justification for firing multiple shots.

  • Greg Gutfeld:
    Asserts the confusion is deliberate:

    “We are all falling for the game... That was the point. Nothing’s going to be clear when you create deliberate chaos.” (12:09)
    Argues activists use white female protestors for optics, and the goal is escalation and spectacle, not peaceful protest.

• Law Enforcement & Protest Rhetoric:

  • Discussion about the real intent behind anti-ICE protests and whether media and politicians on the left are fueling dangerous confrontations.
  • Reference to the increase in federal law enforcement presence in Minneapolis as protests grow.

Notable Quote:

“Screw the fake empathy about the dead mom from all these mayors and all these talking heads. If they had sincere empathy, they would ask... why are there so many liberal white women who... are risking their lives and breaking the law for strangers who are here illegally?” — Greg Gutfeld (13:23)

2. President Trump Meets Oil Executives; U.S. Energy Policy

(16:14–23:37)

• Trump’s Meeting:
  Trump holds an open, on-camera meeting with oil executives to discuss increasing domestic production and tapping Venezuelan resources. The panel jokes about Trump’s priorities (admiring the White House’s new ballroom during the meeting).

• Policy and Transparency:

  • Jessica Tarlov:
    Flags Trump’s plans to control oil revenues as unconstitutional, requiring Congressional oversight.

    “It’s another unconstitutional move that he might be in charge of this money. More state capitalism...” (18:23)

  • Sandra Smith:
    Highlights oil executives’ personal stories, the opportunity for Venezuelan oil, and recent gas price drops.
  • Greg Gutfeld:
    Mocks Democrats for opposing low energy prices—a narrative flip.

    “Only a Democrat would come out against cheap gas.” (21:51)

• Partisan Economic Arguments:
  Light-hearted back-and-forth on which party manages the economy better and what to do with Venezuelan oil.

Notable Quotes:

• “We have people now getting gasoline for $1.99… it used to be $3.5, $4, $5.” — Greg Gutfeld (16:56)
• “We need to create a program that delivers oil to Somalians in Minnesota.” — Greg Gutfeld (23:19, sarcastic riff)

3. Comedy, Trump, and Late-Night Television

(24:38–30:32)

• Conan O’Brien’s Advice to Comics:
  O’Brien is quoted warning that anger at Trump is harming comedians’ humor:

  “You’ve now put down your best weapon, which is being funny, and you’ve exchanged it for anger.” — Conan O’Brien quoted by Greg Gutfeld (25:05)

• Panel Reactions:

  • Greg Gutfeld:
    Criticizes late-night hosts (especially Jimmy Kimmel) for losing their comedic touch due to political activism.

    “They started seeking approval from people who don’t like comedy. It’s like opening a steakhouse for vegans.” (26:13)

  • Kennedy & Jessica Tarlov:
    Discusses Kimmel’s career shift, workplace pressures, and the industry’s polarization.

• Impact on Audience:
  Panel agrees that repetitive anti-Trump humor makes only his detractors angry and keeps them up at night.

4. Showerhead Regulations and Everyday Politics

(31:09–34:23)

• The ‘Shower Act’:
  In light of Trump’s complaints about low shower pressure affecting his hair, Republicans move to pass a bill raising showerhead pressure.
  • Panel Response:
    • Greg Gutfeld:

      “I love strong showerheads, and I love the handheld one, if you catch my drift.” (32:22)

  • Critique of government regulations, especially in California, and the rationales behind such policies.

5. Lighthearted & Personal Banter

(34:30–39:24)

• Fan Mail Friday:
  Panel discusses odd personal expertise gained through their media careers, sports they dislike watching, tasks they wish people would pay them for, and more.

  • Example:
    • Kennedy: “I would love to organize people’s closets.” (37:42)
    • Jesse Watters: “I’m really good at washing a car.” (38:32)

• Humor, Teasing, and Playful Exchanges:
  In-jokes about reading abilities, comedically sparring over who’s funnier, and light audience engagement.

6. ‘One More Thing’ & Endnote

(39:55–42:18)

• Greg’s Tour Announcement
• ‘Sexy Polar Bear News’:
  Amusing commentary over videos of a polar bear rolling in snow.
• Personal Gifts Exchange:
  Jesse gives Jessica a Trump-signed item; she returns the favor with “Obama 2028” swag.
• Funny Animal Story:
  Kennedy tells of a monkey causing havoc in a Tennessee music shop.

Timestamps for Key Segments

• ICE Shooting Video Explainer & Panel Debate:
  (00:33–15:16)
• Trump Meets Oil Executives/Energy Policy:
  (16:14–23:37)
• Comedy & Trump/Late-Night Discussion:
  (24:38–30:32)
• Showerhead Regulation, Government Overreach:
  (31:09–34:23)
• Fan Mail Friday / Personal Banter:
  (34:30–39:24)
• Lightning Round & Wrap-Up:
  (39:55–42:18)

Notable Quotes

• “If you had sincere empathy, you would want to ask, why are there so many liberal white women who...are risking their lives and breaking the law for strangers who are here illegally?”
  — Greg Gutfeld (13:23)
• “Let me tell you this, we need justice and we need it now.”
  — Kennedy, referencing protest rhetoric (03:08)
• “The truth is somewhere in the middle. And I don’t think either one of these people are without fault.”
  — Kennedy (10:07)
• “You’ve now put down your best weapon, which is being funny, and you’ve exchanged it for anger.”
  — Conan O’Brien quoted by Greg Gutfeld (25:05)
• “I love strong showerheads, and I love the handheld one, if you catch my drift.”
  — Greg Gutfeld (32:22)

Tone & Style

The episode maintains The Five’s trademark fast-paced, argumentative tone—balancing earnest political debate with sarcasm and inside jokes. Panelists trade jabs, cut each other off, and oscillate between serious analysis and lighthearted banter, keeping a combative yet humorous atmosphere throughout.

Summary

This episode of The Five tackles a controversial law enforcement shooting, scrutinizing new evidence and the political/media climates that shape public perception. The hosts debate accountability, protest dynamics, and how both sides spin headlines. Broader cultural topics—like energy policy, comedy’s role in the Trump era, and showerhead regulations—punctuate the discussion, all laced with the panel’s characteristic irreverence and partisanship. The latter part of the show turns light and playful, closing with audience engagement and comedic stories, staying true to the show’s blend of debate and entertainment.