Seth Meyers Says Trump's Lawyer Wanted Him to Apologize on Air for WHCD Jokes | THR News

Seth Meyers Says Trump's Lawyer Wanted Him to Apologize on Air for WHCD Jokes | THR News

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In February 2015, Donald Trump was invited to appear on Seth Meyers' late-night show, but he demanded an apology for jokes made at the 2011 White House Correspondents Dinner. Meyers had joked about Trump's presidential ambitions, which Trump found offensive. Negotiations, led by Trump's attorney Michael Cohen, included demands for an on-air apology, but they never reached an agreement. The transcript also references Cohen's involvement in hush payments related to Stormy Daniels. Meyers reflects on his jokes and the unexpected outcome of Trump's presidency.

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What condition did Donald Trump set for appearing on Seth Meyers' show?

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What event did Seth Meyers host in 2011 where he made jokes about Trump?

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Who was Donald Trump's personal attorney mentioned in the text?

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What was the nature of the payment made by Michael Cohen that was referenced?

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What was the outcome of the negotiations between Seth Meyers and Trump's lawyer?

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