Trump Calls for Removal of Susan Rice from Netflix Following Laura Loomer Incident

President Trump recently took to social media to demand that Netflix fire Susan Rice, a former national security adviser and U.S. ambassador, calling her “racist” and a “political hack.” This comes at a crucial time for Netflix as it battles with Paramount for Warner Bros.

Trump’s post on Truth Social, a platform he recently joined, accused Rice of lacking talent and being purely a political figure. He credited far-right influencer Laura Loomer for bringing attention to Rice’s role at Netflix.

Neither Netflix nor Rice have responded publicly to these remarks as of yet. This demand from Trump highlights the growing influence of figures like Loomer on the president and his decisions.

Rice, who serves on Netflix’s board and plays a key role in corporate governance, has reflected on the potential consequences for corporations that align with Trump in a recent podcast episode. She warns that companies should be prepared to be held accountable if Democrats regain power after the midterms.

Loomer, in response to Rice’s comments, accused Netflix of being “anti-American” and urged Trump to intervene in the pending Netflix-Warner Bros merger, claiming it would lead to a streaming monopoly where the Obamas hold significant stakes.

As this situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether Netflix will take action as requested by Trump. The public will be watching closely to see how this corporate battle between Netflix, Paramount, and Warner Bros plays out.