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Seth Meyers Defends Free Speech Amid Trump's Attacks

11/19/2025

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Seth Meyers, host of Late Night, answered U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism and the "Trump Derangement Syndrome" accusation.
Trump urged NBC to fire Meyers, calling the show a "Ratings DISASTER."
Meyers humorously acknowledged the remarks and questioned the passive voice in Trump's post.
The attacks on late-night hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel, raise concerns about freedom of speech.
Senator Edward Markey rebuked Trump, saying criticizing the president is a constitutional right.

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Seth Meyers, host of Late Night, answered U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism and the "Trump Derangement Syndrome" accusation.
Trump urged NBC to fire Meyers, calling the show a "Ratings DISASTER."
Meyers humorously acknowledged the remarks and questioned the passive voice in Trump's post.
The attacks on late-night hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel, raise concerns about freedom of speech.
Senator Edward Markey rebuked Trump, saying criticizing the president is a constitutional right.