The 'If Fox News Was Around In' meme format gained significant traction by applying the visual aesthetics and editorial tone of Fox News to major historical milestones. By using the iconic blue and red news banners, users create cognitive dissonance between ancient or significant events—like the signing of the Declaration of Independence or the Black Plague—and modern partisan talking points. The meme typically highlights the perceived sensationalism and bias of 24-hour news cycles, mocking how historical figures might be framed as controversial or how major social shifts might be analyzed through a modern political lens. It serves as both a critique of contemporary media and a clever way to re-examine history through a cynical, fast-paced perspective.