Pirro Gives Final Opening Statement on ‘Justice With Judge Jeanine’ Before Heading to ‘The Five’ as a Permanent Co-Host

During a major shakeup at Fox News, one day after Jesse Watters was announced as the new host of “Fox News Primetime,” Jeanine Pirro was named as a permanent co-host of top-rated show “The Five.”

Yesterday was the last episode of “Justice with Judge Jeanine,” as both her and Watters begin their new gigs tomorrow, and Pirro gave her final opening statement.

Pirro recounted her patriotic journey as the host and vowed to keep fighting for America:

“Eleven years ago, “Justice with Judge Jeanine” began, hosted by a former prosecutor, judge and D.A. sitting not in a courtroom with armed deputies, but instead in a studio armed with teleprompters, monitors and a dedicated staff and crew.

The mission was a familiar one: finding truth and justice — the jury bigger, though. In fact, a national one, thus bringing you truth, justice and the American way. Each and every week, we watched events unfold in America together through the lens of this studio. When we started this journey, we were all a bit younger, but not as wise as we are now. We were certainly more optimistic. 

I thank you for fighting for me, and you know who you are. So as we reach the end of this journey, don’t think you’re getting rid of me just yet. I’ll be going to the number one show on all of cable news this Monday, “The Five,” right here on Fox, so you’ll be able to see me five days a week.

I will continue to fight for all of you, to make my views known, to make my arguments clear and to fight for the America that we all know and love. I’ll be sitting there looking out for you, as always, and hopefully you’ll be right there looking back at me.”

JUDGE JEANINE’S FINAL OPENING STATEMENT: “I will continue to fight for all of you, make my views known and fight for the America that we all know and love. I’ll be sitting there looking out for you as always and hopefully you’ll be there looking right back at me.” pic.twitter.com/k7GI46CdnN

— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) January 23, 2022

In a tweet prior to the show, Pirro shared a picture and said, “Beautiful memories from Justice with Judge Jeanine. 5 years ago on the road with Tim Lauer & Greg Hart.”

Beautiful memories from Justice with Judge Jeanine. 5 years ago on the road with Tim Lauer & Greg Hart. pic.twitter.com/ag6dLYashI

— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) January 22, 2022

Previously, we reported:

As far as the show’s liberal seat goes, Harold Ford Jr., Geraldo Rivera, and Jessica Tarlov will serve as rotating co-hosts, according to FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott.

The other three permanent co-hosts are still Greg Gutfeld, Dana Perino, and Jesse Watters with the changes set to debut Jan. 24.

In a statement, Scott declared, “‘The Five’ continues to be a beloved show by the American audience. Each of the co-hosts are accomplished and insightful talent with diverse opinions and terrific chemistry who will certainly help drive this ensemble program going forward.”