An OpenSecrets report details that Fox Corp, the parent company of Fox Sports 1, contributed nearly $2.95 million in the 2024 cycle and spent over $4.23 million on lobbying efforts, with a high incidence of former government officials among its lobbyists. These figures have raised concerns about the company’s influence on democratic processes through substantial political expenditures and revolving door practices.

A lawsuit filed against Fox Sports 1 accuses the network and key figures such as Skip Bayless of sexual battery, creating a hostile work environment and failing to pay minimum and overtime wages. The allegations span over several years and include claims of systemic underpayment and abusive conduct against employees.

A lawsuit filed in Los Angeles accuses former Fox Sports 1 hairstylist Noushin Faraji of being propositioned for sex by long-time sports commentator Skip Bayless, involving inappropriate physical contact and offers of $1.5M. The case alleges repeated harassment and raises concerns about the network's workplace culture and failure to protect its employees.

A lawsuit filed by a former Fox Sports employee alleges severe sexual harassment and misconduct by key figures including Skip Bayless, Charlie Dixon, and Joy Taylor, exposing a toxic work culture that persisted over 12 years. The complaint details unwanted physical advances, inappropriate remarks, and dismissive responses to harassment claims, undermining worker rights.

The 2023 Fox Corporation Political Activities Report details the company's extensive political engagement, including contributions via FOXPAC, corporate political contributions, significant lobbying expenditures, and executive involvement in government relations. While the report shows balanced political contributions, the scale of lobbying and political maneuvering raises concerns about corporate influence over public policy.

The Fox Corporation report details the company’s 2023 political activities including balanced contributions via its Political Action Committee (FOXPAC), direct corporate political donations, significant lobbying expenditures, and notable philanthropic initiatives. While the contributions are split between major parties and philanthropic donations support community causes, the extensive use of corporate resources to influence political processes raises concerns over democratic accountability.

Fox Sports and Telemundo, as the U.S. broadcast rights-holders for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, are expected to ignore discussions of Qatar’s human rights abuses—including its treatment of migrant workers, LGBTQ+ individuals, and women—in favor of lighter, travel-themed sports packaging. This decision has raised concerns that the network is prioritizing sportswashing over public accountability in the face of authoritarian practices.