Fox News host Jesse Watters is facing severe criticism once again after making a controversial statement on air, according to Newsweek. During a recent segment of the popular show “The Five,” Watters sparked outrage among his co-hosts and viewers by saying, “We ended up getting rid of the dog that we got.” The segment was discussing ways for pet owners to identify what might be bothering their pets. Watters did not provide any further clarification on what he meant by “getting rid of the dog,” leaving many to speculate that something inhumane may have happened to the animal.
The co-hosts of “The Five” expressed shock and disapproval over Watters’ remarks, particularly because they are all pet lovers. Dana Perino, who recently welcomed a new puppy after the loss of her previous dog, was taken aback by Watters’ statement. Co-host Greg Gutfeld, who owns a dog named Gus, called out Watters for his choice of words. Jeanine Pirro, who also has multiple dogs, questioned the whereabouts of her own dog. Pirro and Watters had previously gotten dogs from the same litter.
Watters attempted to explain that “got rid” was a euphemism and attempted to justify his statement by claiming that honesty with the American people was necessary. However, his explanation did little to mitigate the backlash he faced on social media. A clip of his remarks went viral, with many users on the platform X criticizing him and even accusing him of being a “dog murderer.” People expressed concern for the well-being of the dog and questioned what had happened to it.
Under pressure from the criticism, Watters addressed the issue during his show “Jesse Watters Primetime.” He clarified that he did not kill his dog and that saying he “got rid of it” was a euphemism for the dog being in a better place. He urged viewers not to take his words too literally.
The controversy surrounding Jesse Watters’ remarks has sparked a heated debate and raised questions about responsible pet ownership. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of choosing words carefully, especially when discussing sensitive topics like animals.
