12 Best Conservative News Sites in 2026 (Compared)
Conservative news is no longer just Fox News and talk radio. In 2026 the right-leaning media landscape spans legacy newspapers, opinion magazines, digital-first newsrooms, podcast networks and newsletters, and the outlets differ a lot in how much original reporting they do and how much is commentary. This guide compares the best conservative news sites on ownership, focus and independent bias ratings, so you can pick the sources that fit how you read the news.
Updated October 2026. Bias ratings are from AllSides as of October 2026; traffic figures are Similarweb estimates reported by Press Gazette.
How we picked these sites
- Original reporting: we favored outlets with their own newsroom or reporters over sites that mostly repost other coverage.
- Independent bias rating: every outlet in the main list has a published AllSides rating of Lean Right or Right.
- Transparency: ownership, editors and corrections are publicly identifiable.
- Reach and track record: each site has been publishing for years and draws a large, steady audience.
- Range of formats: the list mixes breaking news, long-form analysis, opinion and video so you can match a source to what you need.
Best conservative news sites compared
| Outlet | Founded | Owner / parent | AllSides rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox News Digital | 1996 | Fox Corporation | Right | Breaking news and the largest audience |
| New York Post | 1801 | News Corp | Right | Fast, tabloid-style national news |
| National Review | 1955 | National Review Inc. | Right (opinion), Lean Right (news) | Conservative ideas and policy debate |
| Washington Examiner | 2005 | Clarity Media Group (Philip Anschutz) | Lean Right | Washington politics and policy |
| The Washington Times | 1982 | Operations Holdings | Lean Right | National politics and security |
| The Daily Caller | 2010 | Neil Patel (majority owner) | Lean Right | Digital-first political news |
| The Dispatch | 2019 | Independent, reader-funded | Lean Right | Fact-focused center-right analysis |
| The Daily Wire | 2015 | Daily Wire (co-founded by Ben Shapiro) | Right | Podcasts, video and culture |
| The Federalist | 2013 | FDRLST Media | Right | Culture, politics and religion commentary |
| Washington Free Beacon | 2012 | Center for American Freedom | Right | Investigative scoops and satire |
| Newsmax | 1998 | Newsmax Inc. (NYSE-listed) | Right | Cable-style news online and on TV |
| Breitbart News | 2007 | Breitbart News Network | Right | Populist, nationalist coverage |
The 12 best conservative news sites in 2026
1. Fox News Digital
Foxnews.com is the most-visited right-leaning news site in the United States and one of the three biggest U.S. news sites overall, with roughly 270 million monthly visits in early 2025 according to Similarweb data reported by Press Gazette. It is the best starting point for breaking national news with a conservative editorial lens, and it pairs straight reporting with a large opinion section. AllSides rates its online news coverage Right.
2. New York Post
Founded in 1801 by Alexander Hamilton and owned today by News Corp, the Post is one of the most-read right-of-center news sites in the U.S. Its coverage is quick and punchy, and its editorial page reliably backs conservative positions. It is strong on New York, politics, business and entertainment. AllSides rates its news coverage Right.
3. National Review
William F. Buckley Jr. launched National Review in 1955, and it remains the flagship magazine of American conservative thought. Expect policy analysis, foreign affairs and long-form essays rather than breaking news, plus a deep bench of columnists and newsletters. It is known for criticizing Republican politicians when they stray from conservative principles. AllSides rates its opinion content Right and its news content Lean Right.
4. Washington Examiner
Owned by Philip Anschutz’s Clarity Media Group, the Washington Examiner combines a daily news website with a weekly magazine focused on Congress, the White House, courts and policy. It is a good choice if you want detailed Washington coverage with a center-right slant. AllSides rates it Lean Right.
5. The Washington Times
The Washington Times has published from the capital since 1982. It covers national politics, national security and the economy, with a separate opinion section. AllSides rates it Lean Right.
6. The Daily Caller
Tucker Carlson and Neil Patel founded The Daily Caller in 2010; Patel has been majority owner since buying out Carlson in 2020. It is a fast-moving, digital-first newsroom covering politics, media and culture, and in 2025 it joined the White House press pool. AllSides rates it Lean Right.
7. The Dispatch
Jonah Goldberg and Steve Hayes launched The Dispatch in 2019 as a reader-funded, fact-focused outlet for center-right readers. It is mostly newsletters, analysis and podcasts. Pick it if you want conservative perspective with an emphasis on accuracy over outrage. AllSides rates it Lean Right.
8. The Daily Wire
Co-founded in 2015 by Ben Shapiro and Jeremy Boreing, The Daily Wire grew into a full media company with news, podcasts, video and entertainment. Boreing stepped down as co-CEO in March 2025 and Caleb Robinson now runs the company. Its website is best for quick takes on the day’s political and cultural stories. AllSides rates it Right.
9. The Federalist
Founded in 2013 by Ben Domenech and Sean Davis, The Federalist focuses on culture, politics and religion. Most of its content is commentary and analysis rather than straight news, and it is often more combative than the Lean Right outlets above. AllSides rates it Right.
10. Washington Free Beacon
The Washington Free Beacon launched in 2012 and is known for investigative scoops on government, universities and the left, alongside sharp satire and culture writing. It is a good complement to the larger outlets when you want stories others have not run yet. AllSides rates it Right.
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11. Newsmax
Christopher Ruddy founded Newsmax in 1998. Alongside its website it runs a cable news channel, and in March 2025 the company completed a $75 million initial public offering and listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Its site mirrors the channel: breaking news, politics and opinion. AllSides rates its news Right.
12. Breitbart News
Andrew Breitbart founded the site in 2007, and it remains the best-known voice of populist, nationalist conservatism, with audience growth of about 29% year over year in early 2025 per Press Gazette. Its coverage is heavily opinionated, so it works best alongside one of the Lean Right outlets above. AllSides rates it Right.
Center-right and libertarian alternatives
If you want a right-of-center perspective without strong partisanship, these are worth adding to your rotation. The Free Press, founded by Bari Weiss and Nellie Bowles in 2021, was acquired by Paramount Skydance for about $150 million in October 2025 and now operates within CBS News; it is often described as center-right or anti-woke rather than conservative. RealClearPolitics aggregates stories from across the spectrum and is best known for its polling averages. Reason covers news and policy from a libertarian viewpoint.
How to read conservative news critically
Every outlet on this list mixes news and opinion, and the line is not always obvious on the page. Check whether a piece is labeled news, analysis or opinion before sharing it, look for named sources and links to original documents, and compare big stories with at least one outlet rated Lean Right or Center. If you want to balance your reading further, see our guides to unbiased news sources and the best news apps.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular conservative news site?
Fox News Digital. Similarweb estimates put foxnews.com at roughly 270 million visits a month in early 2025, ranking it third among all U.S. news sites and well ahead of any other right-leaning outlet.
Which conservative news sites are closest to the center?
Among the sites above, AllSides rates the Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Daily Caller and The Dispatch as Lean Right, which places them closer to the center than outlets rated Right.
Are conservative news sites free to read?
Most offer free articles. National Review, The Daily Wire, The Dispatch and The Free Press put some content behind a paid membership, while Fox News, the New York Post, The Daily Caller and Breitbart are largely free and ad-supported.
How are media bias ratings decided?
AllSides combines blind surveys of readers across the political spectrum with editorial reviews by a panel that includes left, center and right reviewers. Ratings can change over time, so check the outlet’s AllSides page for the latest assessment.