Vance Condemns WNBA Walkouts

Vice President JD Vance called WNBA players skipping the national anthem during the 2026 WNBA Finals 'disgraceful'.

“I think it's disgraceful”

Players Skip National Anthem

Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries walked out during the national anthem before Games 1 and 2 of the 2026 WNBA Finals.

Vance's Gratitude Argument

Vance urged WNBA players to show gratitude for the U.S., citing their wealth, privilege, and the country's role in their success.

“They have a lot to be grateful to the United States for”

Vance Cites Catholic Duty

Vance referenced Saint Augustine's concept of Ordo Amoris to argue that players owe duties to the country and its people.

“One of the ways I understand the Catholic understanding is that we have various orders of duty”

Experts Support Vance

Veteran GOP strategist Mary Marslender agreed with Vance, saying WNBA players treat the U.S. as an oppressor despite its rights and opportunities.

“The WNBA players are treating a country that has given them extraordinary privileges as if it were an oppressor”

WNBA Silent on Issue

The WNBA and Women's National Basketball Players Association did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's inquiries about the anthem walkouts.