Coverage dated October 21, 2026

JD Vance condemns ‘disgraceful’ protests at WNBA Finals, says players need to show more respect

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Vice President JD Vance called the WNBA Finals national anthem walkouts disgraceful, saying athletes should show more gratitude to the United States.

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Fox News
Vance condemns 'disgraceful' WNBA national anthem walkouts, says players should show more gratitude (opens Fox News)
Published Oct 21, 2026
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Vice President JD Vance was harshly critical of WNBA players skipping the national anthem during this year's finals, calling them "disgraceful."
New York Post
JD Vance condemns ‘disgraceful’ protests at WNBA Finals, says players need to show more respect (opens New York Post)
Published Oct 21, 2026
New York Post's feed description
Vice President JD Vance called the WNBA Finals national anthem walkouts disgraceful, saying athletes should show more gratitude to the United States.