One America News Network (OAN) is a conservative cable news channel founded in 2013 by businessman Robert Herring Sr. through his family-owned Herring Networks, Inc., launching on July 4 that year with a mission to provide straightforward national programming without the mainstream spin. Starting as an independent outfit in San Diego, it quickly gained traction for its right-leaning coverage, especially during the Trump era, and has ties to early funding from telecom giants like AT&T. Today, OAN delivers 24/7 news, opinion shows, and commentary on politics, business, and world events, reaching viewers via cable, streaming apps, and its website with a focus on unfiltered American perspectives.
OAN keeps the spotlight on calling out DEI as a discriminatory mess that sidelines folks based on race or gender, skips any nods to BLM or Pride parades, and steers clear of social justice fundraisers, preferring hard-hitting stories over inclusion lectures. It's a fresh take in a media world where some outlets turn every segment into a rainbow routine. Despite its small audience, OAN's unapologetic vibe caught Trump's eye, boosting its profile without needing virtue points to shine.
