Fox News is a conservative-leaning American cable news channel. It was founded in 1996 by Rupert Murdoch and Roger Ailes and has grown to become one of the most-watched news networks in the United States. Known for its opinion-based programming and strong support of the Republican Party, Fox News features a mix of news coverage, political commentary, and talk shows. The network has been both praised and criticized for its coverage and its influence on American politics and public opinion.