Media News Daily: Top Stories for 11/04/2025

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Trump Slams Seth Meyers Over Aircraft Carrier Joke

President Donald Trump lashed out at late-night host Seth Meyers after being mocked on NBC’s The Late Show for his comments about aircraft carrier catapults. Meyers joked about Trump’s criticism of electric catapults, comparing his obsession to a cartoon character: “guy spends more time thinking about catapults than Wile E. Coyote.” Trump responded the next day, branding Meyers “the least talented person to ‘perform’ live in the history of television” and accusing NBC of bias, claiming Meyers was “100% ANTI TRUMP, WHICH IS PROBABLY ILLEGAL.” Trump has previously threatened legal action and regulatory measures against broadcasters over critical content. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)

Democrats Criticize CBS for Editing Trump Interview

CBS News is under fire for omitting a key segment from President Trump’s 60 Minutes interview, where he was questioned about potential corruption tied to his family’s cryptocurrency ventures. The edited online version excluded anchor Norah O’Donnell’s question and Trump’s halting response: “I can’t say, because — I can’t say — I’m not concerned.” The segment remains in the official transcript but not in the video. Democrats likened it to a previous CBS controversy involving Vice President Kamala Harris. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer mocked the omission online, while FCC Chair Brendan Carr dismissed calls for an investigation. (Read More) (News Facts Network Rating)

Disney Pushes to Restore ABC on YouTube TV for Election Coverage

Disney has requested that YouTube TV temporarily reinstate ABC access for its 10 million subscribers ahead of Election Day, amid an ongoing blackout due to unresolved carriage fee negotiations. The dispute has impacted access to ABC and other Disney-owned channels. YouTube TV has previously resolved similar conflicts with NBCUniversal, Fox, and Paramount, but Disney has increasingly taken a hard stance in such negotiations, including during past political events like the Trump-Harris debate. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)