Emily Compagno

Emily Compagno is an attorney, legal analyst, and television host whose career encompasses criminal defense law, federal government service, broadcast journalism, and authorship. Compagno joined Fox News as a contributor, bringing courtroom experience, NFL leadership, military-support work, and broadcast commentary to the network. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science with a minor in economics from the University of Washington and a Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she served as president of the Federalist Society chapter and articles editor of the Maritime Law Journal. While at the University of Washington, she received the U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps' Cadet of the Quarter Award.

Before her transition to television, Compagno practiced law in California as a criminal defense attorney in San Francisco and served as a federal attorney, including as a managing attorney and acting director at the Social Security Administration. She also held legal positions in South Africa and Brazil, providing her with a global perspective on comparative legal systems. Her experience in both criminal defense and federal law informs her legal analysis and commentary.

Compagno was captain of the NFL's Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad and was selected as an NFL Ambassador, representing the league internationally and visiting U.S. troops in Iraq and Kuwait on a USO tour. She also promoted NFL China in Beijing and Shanghai. These experiences with the military have influenced her public advocacy and writing. Compagno supports nonprofits focused on U.S. veterans, law enforcement, and K9 causes.

At Fox News, Compagno serves as co-host of "Outnumbered." The panel show features four female commentators and one rotating male guest debating breaking news, legal battles, cultural developments, and political policy. Compagno anchors the panel's legal coverage, explaining statutory language and courtroom strategies for viewers. She frequently appears on "Gutfeld!" and hosts "The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno" on Fox News Radio. In 2026, she joined "The Five" as a co-host.

Her New York Times bestselling book, "Under His Wings: How Faith on the Front Lines Has Protected American Troops," documents the spiritual experiences and survival accounts of American military service members from World War I to modern international conflicts. Drawing on historical accounts and personal testimonies, Compagno explores how faith serves as an anchor for those facing adversity. Her career also includes hosting "The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno," which debuted in the top 10 of all true crime podcasts. Compagno's work bridges law, public service, and media, establishing her as a credible voice in American broadcast journalism, legal analysis, and true crime media.