What began as fiery rhetoric on Gutfeld! has erupted into an all-out media war. Jeanine Pirro, the former judge turned interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., and Tyrus, the outspoken Fox News contributor, are spearheading a staggering $2 billion Fox News offensive to dismantle the dominance of CBS, NBC, and ABC. Unveiled in July 2025, this campaign—backed by conservative donors and rumored billionaire allies like Elon Musk—isn’t just about ratings; it’s a calculated strike to reshape American media. “You poked the bear—now face the wrath,” Pirro declared, signaling a battle that could eclipse Fox’s $787.5 million Dominion settlement.
The strategy is multifaceted: aggressive legal challenges, investigative exposés, and a rival streaming platform to rival Peacock and Paramount+. Pirro, leveraging her legal acumen, accuses the “big three” of colluding to suppress conservative voices, while Tyrus’ populist appeal galvanizes viewers with hashtags like #FoxBlitz. A leaked CBS executive’s defection, bringing alleged internal documents, has intensified the stakes, hinting at potential FCC probes or congressional hearings. “This isn’t a fight; it’s a reckoning,” Tyrus told The Five audiences.
Rival networks are reeling. CBS insiders report “crisis mode” as ratings dip, with emergency summits convened. NBC is bolstering sports rights, while ABC, shaken by prior disruptions, remains silent. Industry analysts warn the $2 billion war chest—funding primetime shows, digital expansion, and talent poaching—could disrupt the media landscape. Pirro’s Pirro Unleashed is already climbing ratings, directly challenging MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow. Yet, her past, including a $2.7 billion Smartmatic lawsuit for 2020 election claims, fuels critics’ accusations of hypocrisy.
Was this war inevitable, or is it a reckless power grab risking further division? Supporters see Fox as the voice of the unheard, while detractors call it “propaganda on steroids.” With billions at stake, the battle for America’s narrative is just beginning.
