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Fox News highlights WNBA culture war with over 200 segments this summer

Mediamatters.org • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:27 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Fox News highlights WNBA culture war with over 200 segments this summer

Summary

Fox News aired at least 206 segments on the WNBA this summer, focusing on culture war issues involving race and transgender athletes. Coverage intensified following a controversial foul by Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas against Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark on June 25. This sparked extensive discussions around the league and its players, shaping public discourse significantly. The ongoing focus may influence future coverage and perceptions of the WNBA.

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Key Details

•Fox News has covered the WNBA for over 13 1/2 hours this summer
•At least 206 segments have aired, centering on race and trans athlete issues
•The controversy began with a foul by Alyssa Thomas on Caitlin Clark
•Coverage is likely to affect public perceptions of the WNBA
•Discussion on culture war topics continues to evolve during the season

Latest Updates

3:27 PMMediamatters.org — Fox News has spent over 13 1/2 hours waging a WNBA culture war this summer - Media Matters for America

What they're saying

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Fox News has filled its summer programming with extensive coverage of the WNBA, airing at least 206 segments on the league and its players largely aimed at stoking culture war tensions related to race, trans athletes, and more.
— Mediamatters.org

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