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

Hollywood Reporter

by McKinley Franklin

February 22, 2026

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President Donald Trump has called on Netflix to immediately remove board member Susan Rice from her position or face "consequences." In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump labeled Rice as a "racist, Trump Deranged" individual with no talent or skills, questioning her compensation and accusing her of being a political hack. His comments came in response to Rice's remarks in an interview where she criticized companies that aligned with Trump during his presidency, suggesting they may now face accountability from Democrats if they win upcoming elections. Susan Rice, a former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and Domestic Policy Advisor under President Obama, appeared on Preet Bharara’s podcast *Stay Tuned*. She warned that corporations which supported Trump in the past might be held accountable by incoming Democratic leaders. This "accountability agenda" could include legal actions or subpoenas for companies perceived as aligning with Trump. Rice also commented on the potential Netflix-Warner Bros. merger, suggesting it could lead to a streaming monopoly with significant influence from former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle. Laura Loomer amplified Rice’s comments on social media, claiming the merger would give Democrats control over messaging through Higher Ground Productions—a film production company co-founded by Barack Obama. Loomer urged Trump to intervene to prevent the merger, tagging him and FCC chairman Brendan Carr in her post. Despite calls for action, Trump previously stated he

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Originally published on Hollywood Reporter on 2/22/2026