Netflix Boss SQUIRMS in Senate— Refuses Ted Cruz’s Trap Question

(LibertystarTribune.com) – Senator Ted Cruz exposed Hollywood elites’ stunning hypocrisy during a Senate hearing, forcing Netflix and Warner Bros. executives to confront the absurdity of Billie Eilish’s anti-American Grammy speech while they simultaneously pursue an $82.7 billion merger deal.

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Cruz challenged Netflix and Warner Bros. executives on Billie Eilish’s “stolen land” Grammy speech, exposing Hollywood’s contempt for America
The executives refused to answer whether America sits on “stolen land,” revealing their fear of alienating the radical left
Cruz highlighted Eilish’s hypocrisy—condemning “illegal” immigrants while living in a $14 million Los Angeles mansion on ancestral Tongva land
The Senate hearing on Netflix’s massive acquisition turned into a viral cultural reckoning against Hollywood’s woke agenda

Cruz Confronts Hollywood’s Anti-American Narrative

Senator Ted Cruz transformed a routine antitrust hearing on February 3, 2026, into a powerful indictment of Hollywood’s radical leftist ideology. During questioning of Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos and Warner Bros. executive Bruce Campbell about their proposed $82.7 billion merger, Cruz asked pointedly: “Are we right now on stolen land?” The question directly referenced pop star Billie Eilish’s inflammatory Grammy speech where she declared “nobody is illegal while we’re on stolen land” while attacking Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Both executives squirmed and refused to provide straight answers, exposing the cowardice that defines corporate entertainment leadership.

The Texas senator didn’t stop with one uncomfortable question. Cruz systematically dismantled the premise behind Eilish’s statement, pointing out that the Grammy-winning singer espouses this anti-American rhetoric while enjoying the fruits of capitalism in her $14 million Los Angeles mansion—built on land that once belonged to the Tongva tribe. This hypocrisy perfectly encapsulates the elite disconnect plaguing Hollywood. These wealthy entertainers lecture ordinary Americans about immigration and indigenous rights while living in luxury on the very “stolen land” they condemn. Cruz’s pointed questioning forced these executives to confront the intellectual bankruptcy of the woke ideology they promote through their streaming platforms.

Netflix’s Left-Wing Bias Under Congressional Scrutiny

Cruz’s questioning extended beyond Eilish’s comments to address Netflix’s troubling pattern of left-wing activism. The senator highlighted Netflix founder Reed Hastings’ substantial Democratic Party donations and lucrative deals with the Obama family for content production. This isn’t about partisan politics—it’s about a massive media corporation that holds enormous influence over American culture while consistently pushing progressive narratives. Conservative senators including Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt have repeatedly raised concerns about Netflix promoting “woke” content and “transgender ideology” in children’s programming. These aren’t isolated incidents but part of a systematic effort to indoctrinate viewers with radical leftist values that undermine traditional American principles and family structures.

The hearing was supposed to focus on antitrust concerns about the merger creating a streaming monopoly controlling franchises like Harry Potter, DC Comics, and Game of Thrones. Senator Mike Lee warned the deal could make Netflix “one platform to rule them all,” threatening competition and consumer choice. Instead, Cruz’s cultural critique dominated headlines because it exposed a deeper truth: Hollywood views America as fundamentally illegitimate. Peter Loge from George Washington University argued the hearing should focus on economics, not politics. But that misses the point entirely. When corporations wielding this much cultural power openly embrace anti-American narratives, it’s absolutely Congress’s duty to hold them accountable. Economic power and ideological influence cannot be separated.

Consequences for Conservative Values and American Culture

The executives’ evasive responses speak volumes about Hollywood’s grip on corporate leadership. They couldn’t affirm America’s legitimacy because doing so would trigger backlash from the radical activists who dominate entertainment industry culture. This cowardice has real consequences for everyday Americans who watch their values mocked and their country denigrated in the content these companies produce. The Department of Justice continues reviewing the merger amid bipartisan concerns about market consolidation. But the economic impact pales compared to the cultural damage when America’s largest entertainment platforms promote messages that our nation is built on theft and oppression.

Cruz labeled the executives’ non-answers “worrisome” on social media, and he’s absolutely right. When business leaders worth billions cannot defend the legitimacy of the country that enabled their success, we face a crisis of cultural confidence. The Tongva tribe issued a statement supporting Eilish’s visibility for indigenous issues but noted she has never contacted them directly—another layer of performative activism. Meanwhile, conservatives are energized by Cruz’s willingness to confront this Hollywood corruption head-on. This hearing demonstrates why Americans elected President Trump and senators like Cruz: to fight back against the elites who despise traditional American values while profiting from the freedoms and opportunities this great nation provides.