Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

21 Feb, 23:43 — 22 Feb, 01:05

Moderate (45/100)

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Why this matters

This story is significant because it involves a former U.S. President attempting to exert political pressure on a private company over a board member's critical comments. It raises questions about corporate independence, freedom of speech for board members, and the potential for political figures to influence business decisions. Susan Rice, a prominent former Obama administration official, adds a layer of political tension to the corporate governance issue.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 6 sources cover this story

News outlets report that Donald Trump demanded Netflix fire board member Susan Rice, threatening "consequences" if they refused. Coverage largely aligns on the core demand, but some outlets provide more context regarding Rice's comments that provoked Trump, and some highlight Trump's more inflammatory language.

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Outlet rating This story

SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyTone

Yahoocenter-leftcenter-leftneutralneutral reporting of Trump's demand

varietycenter-leftcenter-leftsensationalhighlights Trump's harsh rhetoric and insults

hollywood-reportercenter-leftcenter-leftneutralprovides context of Rice's critical comments

Coverage leans: center-left

The overall coverage leans center-left, with most outlets providing factual reporting while some highlight Trump's more aggressive rhetoric or the political context of the demand.

What sources agree on

Donald Trump called on Netflix to fire its board member Susan Rice.
Trump threatened Netflix with "consequences" if they did not comply with his demand.
Susan Rice is a former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and national security adviser, now serving on Netflix's board.

Where they diverge

The specific comments made by Susan Rice that triggered Trump's demand.

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These outlets explicitly state or quote Rice's comments about those who have 'take[n] a knee to Trump' realizing he is 'not popular' as the reason for Trump's demand.

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These outlets mention Trump's demand but do not detail Rice's specific provocative comments in their snippets as the immediate trigger.

Inclusion of Trump's specific insults towards Susan Rice.

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This outlet quotes Trump's statement that Susan Rice 'She’s Got No Talent or Skills'.

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These outlets do not include Trump's specific insult about Rice's talent or skills in their provided snippets.

Key claims3 agreed · 2 unverified

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Donald Trump called on Netflix to fire board member Susan Rice.

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Trump threatened Netflix with "consequences" if Susan Rice was not fired.

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Coverage gaps

The platform Trump used to issue his demand (Truth Social).

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Broader context linking the story to Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery acquisition talks.

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Perspective Analysis

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How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

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Center

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Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

variety

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

deadline

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Yahoo

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

bloomberg

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

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Key entities

Donald Trumpformer US President, demanding action Netflixstreaming service, target of demand Susan RiceNetflix board member, former Obama official

Coverage Timeline

First report: bloomberg · 21 Feb, 23:43|Full coverage: All 6 sources within 1h|Window: 1h

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bloomberg21 Feb, 23:43First to report

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

deadline21 Feb, 23:52

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Yahoo21 Feb, 23:52

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

FT22 Feb, 00:31

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

variety22 Feb, 00:33

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

hollywood-reporter22 Feb, 01:05Latest update

Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

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hollywood-reporter3h ago

Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

His comments come after Rice said in a recent interview that those who have "take[n] a knee to Trump, I think they are now starting to realize, ‘Wait a minute, this is not popular. Trump is not popular.'”

By McKinley Franklin

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variety4h ago

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Saturday to demand that Netflix “immediately” fire former UN ambassador and board member Susan Rice or “pay the consequences.” His comments come as the streaming giant is weeks away from acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery for $83 billion. “Netflix should fire racist, Trump Deranged Susan Rice, IMMEDIATELY, or pay […]

By Jack Dunn

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FT4h ago

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

President steps back into fight between streamer and Paramount Skydance to acquire Warner Bros Discovery

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deadline4h ago

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Donald Trump called on Netflix to fire one of its board members, Susan Rice, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and national security adviser, following comments she made about accountability when Democrats return to power. Trump posted on Truth Social on Saturday, “Netflix should fire racist, Trump Deranged Susan Rice, IMMEDIATELY, or pay […]

By Ted Johnson

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Yahoo4h ago

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

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bloomberg5h ago

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat Bloomberg.com

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Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims3 agreed · 2 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Center

Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

Read at source (6 outlets)

Trump Says Netflix Should Fire Board Member Susan Rice “Immediately, or Pay the Consequences”

Donald Trump Demands Netflix ‘Immediately’ Fire Board Member Susan Rice or ‘Pay the Consequences’: ‘She’s Got No Talent or Skills’

Trump demands Netflix remove former Obama official from board

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Donald Trump Calls On Netflix To Fire Board Member Susan Rice Or “Pay The Consequences”

Trump Threatens Netflix With ‘Consequences’ Over Rice Board Seat - Bloomberg.com

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