Judge Sets Paramount-Warner Bros. Antitrust Trial for March 2027
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UK won't intervene in Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros.UK won’t intervene in Paramount’s $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery - variety.comseen 15 Aug, 21:43URL changed
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Paramount's bid to acquire fellow entertainment giant Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD) has been mired in controversy and drew a lawsuit from critics who argue the deal is bad for the movie-making and media business. As David Ellison, the company's top executive and an ally of President Trump, wages a public relations and legal defense campaign advocating for...Paramount Skydance's bid to acquire fellow entertainment giant Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has been mired in controversy and drew a lawsuit from critics who argue the deal is bad for the movie-making and media business. As David Ellison, the company's top executive and an ally of President Trump, wages a public relations and legal defense campaign advocating...
- hollywoodreporter.comseen 26 Aug, 19:47headline rewritten
California AG Cancels Paramount-WBD Deal Meeting: Stop "Playing Games"California AG Calls Off Paramount-Warner Bros. Meeting, Accusing Company of “Playing Games” - hollywoodreporter.comseen 26 Aug, 19:49headline rewritten
Mike Schur: Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is Existential for WritersMike Schur: The Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is Existential for Writers - variety.comseen 27 Aug, 20:52headline rewritten
Rob Bonta Wants Paramount to 'Put a Lid on Their Lying Leaks'Rob Bonta Says He’s Open to Paramount Talks if ‘They Put a Lid on Their Lying Leaks’ - variety.comseen 28 Aug, 03:22headline rewritten
Iowa AG Says She's Suing California For Paramount-Warner Bros. LawsuitIowa Attorney General Says She’s Taking California to the Supreme Court Over Paramount-Warner Bros. Lawsuit - bostonglobe.comseen 6 Sept, 03:00description edited
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A Paramount-Warner combo would mean putting HBO Max, cult-favorite titles like “Harry Potter” and even CNN under the same roof with CBS, “Top Gun” and the Paramount+ streaming service.A Paramount-Warner combo would mean putting HBO Max, cult-favorite titles like “Harry Potter,” and even CNN under the same roof with CBS, “Top Gun,” and the Paramount+ streaming service.
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Tue, 4 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories19:38first to report
Judge Sets Paramount-Warner Bros. Antitrust Trial for March 2027 Variety Opinion | David Ellison: In Defense of the Paramount-Warner Deal The New York Times Paramount, Warners Bros. Staffers In Limbo and “Denial” as Merger Deal Drags On The Hollywood Reporter Life in WarnerMount Purgatory puck.news Antitrust Trial Over Paramount-Warner Merger Set for March WSJ
Wed, 5 August 2026
3 reports- poynter.org11:30
The Paramount CEO explained his vision for CNN and CBS News in a New York Times essay — but left key concerns unanswered
- cnet.com14:52
But viewers may one day be able to use AI to stand on the bridge of the Enterprise, or speak to the Paw Patrol dogs.
- manilatimes.net15:59
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Paramount CEO David Ellison said on Tuesday that the legal battle over his proposed multibillion-dollar takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery was fueled by politics rather than concerns over market share.
Thu, 6 August 2026
17 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:04
Paramount, Warners Bros. Staffers In Limbo and “Denial” as Merger Deal Drags On The Hollywood Reporter Opinion | David Ellison: In Defense of the Paramount-Warner Deal The New York Times Regal Cinemas CEO Is Now Team Ellison, Too The Hollywood Reporter Life in WarnerMount Purgatory puck.news Antitrust Trial Over Paramount-Warner Merger Set for March WSJ
- Google News - Top Stories00:15
Regal Cinemas CEO Champions Paramount-WBD Merger Deadline Opinion | David Ellison: In Defense of the Paramount-Warner Deal The New York Times Regal Cinemas CEO Is Now Team Ellison, Too The Hollywood Reporter Life in WarnerMount Purgatory puck.news Antitrust Trial Over Paramount-Warner Merger Set for March WSJ
- Google News - Top Stories00:36
Regal Cinemas CEO Eduardo Acuna Backs Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Variety Opinion | David Ellison: In Defense of the Paramount-Warner Deal The New York Times Paramount, Warners Bros. Staffers In Limbo and Denial as Merger Deal Drags On The Hollywood Reporter The Ellison Doctrine puck.news Chris Wallace, Whose Dad Helped Launch 60 Minutes, Defends CBS-CNN Merger: ‘If You Don’t Like Coverage... Change the Channel’ People.com
- thewrap.com02:25
A federal judge dismissed an antitrust lawsuit brought earlier this year by a group of consumers challenging the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
- Google News - Top Stories11:27
U.K. Approves Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Variety Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger CNN Paramount-Warner Deal Cleared by UK Antitrust Watchdog Bloomberg.com U.K. Waves Through $81 Billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal WSJ Paramount’s Takeover Of Warner Bros. Cleared By UK Antitrust Authority Deadline
- Google News - Top Stories11:27
U.K. Approves Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Variety Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger | CNN Business CNN Paramount-Warner Deal Cleared by UK Antitrust Watchdog Bloomberg.com Diageo shares bounce on ‘Drastic Dave’s $1bn savings plan; UK construction sector stabilises – business live The Guardian British authorities approve Paramount’s Warner Bros. deal Los Angeles Times
- Google News - Top Stories11:52
U.K. Competition Watchdog Approves Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Mega-Deal The Hollywood Reporter Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger CNN After U.K. Approval of Paramount-WBD Deal, European Media Leaders Rally Behind David Ellison: ‘The Industry Will Be Stronger’ Variety U.K. clears Paramount-WBD deal Axios U.K. Waves Through $81 Billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal WSJ
- South China Morning Post13:32
Britain on Thursday gave the green light to Paramount Skydance’s US$110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, as the entertainment and media mega-deal still faces a key hurdle in the United States. The UK government and the antitrust watchdog both cleared the deal after initially raising concerns over media plurality and competition, respectively. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) found that the takeover would not weaken competition in film distribution, children’s TV and...
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- manilatimes.net6 Aug, 22:36their copy
- canoncitydailyrecord.com15:14edited after publishing
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UK won't intervene in Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros.A challenge from U.S. states is still making its way through court.
- greeleytribune.com15:14
- Anadolu Agency (AA)16:46
Competition watchdog finds no competition concerns, while Paramount offers binding commitments on editorial independence and UK programming
- Google News - Top Stories18:27
Britain clears Paramount's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Reuters U.K. clears Paramount-WBD deal Axios Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger CNN UK won't intervene in Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos David Zaslav Says WBD Staffers Are “Working Extremely Hard” Despite Paramount Deal Uncertainty Deadline
- Google News - Top Stories18:46
UK won't intervene in Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger CNN Paramount-Warner Deal Cleared by UK Antitrust Watchdog Bloomberg.com After U.K. Approval of Paramount-WBD Deal, European Media Leaders Rally Behind David Ellison: ‘The Industry Will Be Stronger’ Variety U.K. Waves Through $81 Billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal WSJ
- Google News - Top Stories21:59
Paramount-WBD Deal Endorsed By Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer: “Uncertainty Is The Worst” Deadline Opinion | David Ellison: In Defense of the Paramount-Warner Deal The New York Times The Ellison Doctrine puck.news Paramount’s Precipice: How David Ellison Could Salvage $111B WBD Merger (Hint – Call Kamala) Deadline Paramount, Warners Bros. Staffers In Limbo and Denial as Merger Deal Drags On The Hollywood Reporter
- Google News - Top Stories22:24
After U.K. Approval of Paramount-WBD Deal, European Media Leaders Rally Behind David Ellison: ‘The Industry Will Be Stronger’ Variety Britain clears $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger CNN Paramount-Warner Deal Cleared by UK Antitrust Watchdog Bloomberg.com U.K. clears Paramount-WBD deal Axios U.K. Waves Through $81 Billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal WSJ
- dailypress.net22:30
British regulators on Thursday gave Paramount the greenlight for its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, with some new assurances from the company — clearing another hurdle for the mega merger while it still faces challenges elsewhere. The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority cleared the pending acquisition, ruling that a Paramount-Warner tie up does […]
- bostonglobe.com23:30edited after publishing
A Paramount-Warner combo would mean putting HBO Max, cult-favorite titles like “Harry Potter,” and even CNN under the same roof with CBS, “Top Gun,” and the Paramount+ streaming service.
Fri, 7 August 2026
3 reports- c21media.net00:30
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has cleared Paramount Skydance's merger with Warner Bros Discovery after an antitrust probe.
- Times of India09:41
David Ellison, CEO of Paramount Skydance, stands firm in support of the proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, dismissing antitrust allegations as misguided. He highlights that the heart of the matter lies in trust rather than market share. With a vision to rejuvenate Hollywood, Ellison aims for a dramatic increase in both theatrical and streaming content.
- deadline.com15:15
Paramount's commitments in the UK to secure approval for its Warner deal boosts the attorneys general suing to block the merger, campaigners said.
Sun, 9 August 2026
3 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:40
Paramount Will Put 30-Film Pledge in Writing to Theater Chains Bloomberg.com Ellison Offers Theaters Contract Guarantee for Paramount-Warner Bros. 30-Film Annual Slate Variety Paramount’s Precipice: How David Ellison Could Salvage $111B WBD Merger (Hint – Call Kamala) Deadline The cost of waiting on the biggest merger in Hollywood history NBC News Paramount, Warners Bros. Staffers In Limbo and Denial as Merger Deal Drags On The Hollywood Reporter
- wknofm.org13:20
CEOs of the country's two biggest theater chains say they support the merger of Paramount-Skydance with Warner Brothers-Discovery.
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- knau.org9 Aug, 13:20their copy
- delawarepublic.org9 Aug, 13:20their copy
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- Google News - Top Stories19:21
Paramount Making Deals To Theaters For 30 Films A Year Post WBD Acquisition; Cinema United Still Anti-Merger Deadline Paramount Will Put 30-Film Pledge in Writing to Theater Chains Bloomberg.com Ellison Offers Theaters Contract Guarantee for Paramount-Warner Bros. 30-Film Annual Slate Variety Paramount Offers to Put David Ellison’s Annual 30-Film Theatrical Promise in Writing TheWrap Regal Cinemas CEO Is Now Team Ellison, Too The Hollywood Reporter
Tue, 11 August 2026
3 reports- Al Jazeera English18:34
Paramount's CEO David Ellison warns of a California exit if the US state does not agree to talks, according to reports.
- vulture.com19:45
With merger talks on hold, David Ellison is threatening to move Paramount Skydance.
- Die Zeit (Germany)22:42
Wed, 12 August 2026
9 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:29
WGA Responds To David Ellison's Threat To Pull Paramount From CA Deadline Ellison to Move Paramount Out of California if States Refuse to Negotiate Settlement in Antitrust Suit Variety David Ellison Floats Hollywood Exit as States Threaten His Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount warns it’s considering leaving California over antitrust fight Politico Paramount CEO may remove operations from California over stalled merger Al Jazeera
- Google News - Top Stories00:33
David Ellison Floats Hollywood Exit as States Threaten His Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times David Ellison Has Gamed Out His California Exit puck.news Paramount warns it’s considering leaving California over antitrust fight Politico WGA Responds To David Ellison's Threat To Pull Paramount From CA Deadline Ellison to Move Paramount Out of California if States Refuse to Negotiate Settlement in Antitrust Suit Variety
- France Info (France)08:13
Douze Etats américains, dont la Californie, ont déposé en juillet un recours en justice pour stopper cette fusion entre deux des plus gros studios du pays.
- Google News - Top Stories10:00
Inside David Ellison’s desperate fight for Warner Bros. Los Angeles Times David Ellison Floats Hollywood Exit as States Threaten His Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Democrats intensify scrutiny of David Ellison amid Paramount–WBD legal battle CNN Ellison to Move Paramount Out of California if States Refuse to Negotiate Settlement in Antitrust Suit Variety Paramount may leave California over antitrust enforcement, lawyer says The Hill
- The Hill13:56
Paramount's chief legal officer is telegraphing a willingness by the company's chief executive to leave California as the media company faces growing antitrust scrutiny from the state government there. “His intent is to be committed to California,” Makan Delrahim, Paramount's top legal official, said at Politico’s The California Agenda: Sacramento Summit. Delrahim added, however, that “there is a...
- Google News - Top Stories14:57
Democrats intensify scrutiny of David Ellison amid Paramount–WBD legal battle CNN Top House Judiciary Democrat escalates scrutiny of Paramount merger in new letter Politico My open letter to David Ellison Democracy Docket Top Democrat Seeks David Ellison Interview Over Paramount-WBD Merger Deadline Paramount lawyer accuses Warner deal opponents of trying to dictate CNN content MLex
- breitbart.com15:52
On Tuesday, Xavier Becerra, the Democrat nominee to replace sitting Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), blinked and called for the attorney general to work out a settlement on the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. | Entertainment
- Al Jazeera English18:23
Paramount’s legal officer hints at CNN sale as 12 states, led by California, file lawsuit to block merger with WBD.
- readingeagle.com22:20
Paramount could be on the hook for a $7-billion breakup fee.
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- advocate-news.com12 Aug, 22:20their copy
Thu, 13 August 2026
4 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:14
DGA and IATSE Push Rob Bonta to Allow Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger With Conditions Variety Paramount Has Spent 100 Years in Hollywood. David Ellison Loved That. Until He Didn’t The Hollywood Reporter California calls Paramount's threat to leave state 'blackmail' finance.yahoo.com Inside David Ellison’s desperate fight for Warner Bros. Los Angeles Times David Ellison’s threat to move Paramount rattles an already battered Hollywood NBC News
- Google News - Top Stories00:33
DGA & IATSE Urge Fast Track On Paramount-WBD Legal Standoff deadline.com David Ellison’s threat to move Paramount rattles an already battered Hollywood NBC News California calls Paramount's threat to leave state 'blackmail' Yahoo Finance David Ellison Floats Hollywood Exit as States Threaten His Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount-Warner Merger Lawsuit Should Settle, Becerra Says Bloomberg.com
- variety.com21:21
URL changednow variety.com/2026/tv/news/warner-bros-discovery-david-zaslav-sells-27-million-stock-1236834226/
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav sold 773,173 shares of company stock, for an aggregate market value of $21.7 million, under a prearranged stock sale plan.
- Google News - Top Stories22:50
Teamsters Pound Paramount Over WBD Merger Promises & Threats: “Stop Playing Games” Deadline David Ellison’s threat to move Paramount rattles an already battered Hollywood NBC News The War Over Warner Bros. Is Splintering Hollywood’s Labor World The Hollywood Reporter Ellison to Move Paramount Out of California if States Refuse to Negotiate Settlement in Antitrust Suit Variety Paramount says CNN sale 'on the table' to resolve California suit over Warner Bros deal Reuters
Fri, 14 August 2026
3 reports- Times of India02:30
The legal chief at Paramount Skydance has raised concerns of a possible exit from California amid ongoing antitrust challenges. The company is fighting a lawsuit against its plans to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the merger will adversely affect market competition. They also contend that this legal battle poses a risk to employment and the state's economic health, consequently suggesting a need to consider relocating for shareholder good.
- techdirt.com12:28
It’s always the same routine.Before each giant merger the companies promise that the new combined entity will deliver the sea, moon, and stars. We’re told the consolidation will result …
- Google News - Top Stories20:30
Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Gets Mexico’s Approval, Leaving States’ Lawsuit as the Only Barrier Left Variety Paramount-WBD Merger: David Ellison Complains About Cost Of States' Antitrust Suit Deadline David Ellison’s threat to move Paramount rattles an already battered Hollywood NBC News Ellison Is Now Willing to Sell CNN to Save His $111 Billion Deal. It Wouldn’t End the Lawsuit. Yahoo Finance Paramount Says It Secured All Global Clearances to Close Warner Bros. Deal … Except for That Pesky...
Sat, 15 August 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)01:03
8-month review process concludes with approvals from regulators worldwide, including EU, UK, Australia, and Mexico
Mon, 17 August 2026
7 reports- foxnews.com16:22
CNN staffers push back on David Ellison's proposed editorial board amid the looming Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, with one calling it "useless at best."
- Google News - Top Stories18:30
Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay CNBC Paramount Asks States to Shoulder Costs of Delaying Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount Demands Huge Bond From AGs & WGA Over Costs Of “Roadblock” Antitrust Suit On WBD Merger Deadline David Ellison Has Gamed Out His California Exit puck.news Noah Wyle on David Ellison's Threat to Move Paramount From California Variety
- Google News - Top Stories21:05
Paramount Asks States to Shoulder Costs of Delaying Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay CNBC Paramount Demands Huge Bond From AGs & WGA Over Costs Of “Roadblock” Antitrust Suit On WBD Merger Deadline David Ellison Has Gamed Out His California Exit puck.news California A.G. Rejects $1.88 Billion Paramount Bond, Says Company Wants a ‘Do-Over’ on Merger Delay Variety
- Google News - Top Stories21:17
Paramount wants a $1.9 billion bond from state AGs fighting the Warner Bros. merger | CNN Business CNN Paramount Asks States to Shoulder Costs of Delaying Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay CNBC Paramount Demands Huge Bond From AGs & WGA Over Costs Of “Roadblock” Antitrust Suit On WBD Merger Deadline David Ellison Has Gamed Out His California Exit puck.news
- freemalaysiatoday.com22:50
The demand reflects the pressure on Paramount, with a US$7 million-a-day “ticking fee” set to kick in for Warner Bros shareholders if the takeover is not completed by Oct 1.
- Le Monde (France)22:56
Le rachat par le groupe de David Ellison de son concurrent est contesté en justice par des Etats démocrates, ainsi que par le syndicat des scénaristes. La fusion des deux studios hollywoodiens est suspendue jusqu’au procès, prévu en mars 2027.
- Le Monde English23:33
Following its merger with Warner Bros., Paramount is demanding that California and other US states suing to block the merger put up the funds to cover fees the company must pay if the deal is delayed.
Tue, 18 August 2026
2 reports- livemint.com09:35
Paramount Skydance demands $1.9 billion from states suing to block its Warner Bros. merger, claiming the costs of delays are significant.
- Google News - Top Stories20:29
Movie Theater Owners Reverse Course on Paramount-Warner Bros., Now Favor Settlement Talks The Hollywood Reporter Cinema United Urges Paramount & California AG To Resolve Lawsuit Deadline Cinemark Joins Regal, AMC in Supporting Paramount Warner Bros. Merger IndieWire Theater Chains Back Paramount-Warner Deal That States Say Will Hurt Them The New York Times Cinemark Joins AMC Theatres and Regal in Supporting Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Variety
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- bleedingcool.com18:55
A new analysis has Los Angeles County taking a significant financial hit if the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros Discovery deal goes through.
Thu, 20 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories21:51
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Throws Her Support Behind Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Settlement The Hollywood Reporter Paramount-Warner merger could erase 4,500 jobs in L.A., report says Los Angeles Times Paramount-Warner Bros. merger could impact 4,500 jobs in L.A., report says KTLA WGA Rips LA Mayor Karen Bass For Supporting "False Choice" In Paramount-WBD Merger Tangle Deadline Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Could Cost 4,500 TV and Film Jobs IndieWire
Fri, 21 August 2026
1 report- PBS NewsHour22:40
The proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery hit a roadblock after California's attorney general and 11 other states sued to stop it. That move was followed by Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison threatening to take his operations out of California if the deal is not approved. William Brangham discussed more with Matthew Belloni of Puck News.
Sat, 22 August 2026
4 reports- Google News - Top Stories17:50
Paramount and state AGs will head to negotiating table in WBD merger fight CNN Paramount Prepares to Begin Early Settlement Talks With California Officials WSJ Paramount and California to Hold Preliminary Talks on Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times California, Paramount reps expected to meet Monday in antitrust settlement talks Politico Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit CNBC
- yahoo.com18:56
Aug 22 (Reuters) - Paramount and California state officials are set to meet on Monday to discuss a potential settlement path of the state's lawsuit aimed at stopping Paramount's acquisition of Warner
- Google News - Top Stories19:20
Paramount and California to Hold Preliminary Talks on Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times Paramount Prepares to Begin Early Settlement Talks With California Officials WSJ Paramount and state AGs will head to negotiating table in WBD merger fight CNN California, Paramount reps expected to meet Monday in antitrust settlement talks Politico Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit CNBC
- Google News - Top Stories20:34
Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit CNBC Paramount and state AGs will head to negotiating table in WBD merger fight CNN Paramount Prepares to Begin Early Settlement Talks With California Officials WSJ Paramount and California to Hold Preliminary Talks on Warner Bros. Deal The New York Times California, Paramount reps expected to meet Monday in antitrust settlement talks Politico
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories13:05
Paramount, California AG to meet over possible settlement in $110B Warner Bros Discovery merger lawsuit Fox Business Paramount and State A.G. to Meet Monday to Discuss Settlement of Antitrust Case Variety Exclusive | California Expected to Seek TV Channel Sales From Paramount-Warner WSJ Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit CNBC Paramount and state AGs will head to negotiating table in WBD merger fight CNN
Mon, 24 August 2026
15 reports- iheart.com04:42
Paramount and California AG Rob Bonta will meet Monday to discuss settling a lawsuit blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The trial is set for March 2027. Bonta seeks "robust structural remedies" to address antitrust concerns.
- iheart.com04:42
Paramount and California AG Rob Bonta will meet Monday to discuss settling a lawsuit blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The trial is set for March 2027. Bonta seeks "robust structural remedies" to address antitrust concerns.
- iheart.com04:42
Paramount and California AG Rob Bonta will meet Monday to discuss settling a lawsuit blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The trial is set for March 2027. Bonta seeks "robust structural remedies" to address antitrust concerns.
- iheart.com04:42
Paramount and California AG Rob Bonta will meet Monday to discuss settling a lawsuit blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The trial is set for March 2027. Bonta seeks "robust structural remedies" to address antitrust concerns.
- iheart.com04:42
Paramount and California AG Rob Bonta will meet Monday to discuss settling a lawsuit blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The trial is set for March 2027. Bonta seeks "robust structural remedies" to address antitrust concerns.
- Google News - Top Stories09:32
California AG Cancels Paramount Settlement Talks Over WBD Deal Variety California Cancels Talks With Paramount Over Warner Bros. Merger The New York Times California AG cancels Paramount settlement meeting Axios Bonta Cancels Paramount Settlement Meeting; CA AG Accuses Ellison Of “Playing Games” In WBD Merger Talks Deadline A media M&A chill: The Paramount-WBD antitrust challenge may hold up more deals than one CNBC
- Anadolu Agency (AA)13:03
Paramount CEO, California attorney general to discuss settlements to antitrust lawsuit filed last month by 12 states seeking to block merger with Warner Bros
- hollywoodreporter.com13:18edited after publishing
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California AG Cancels Paramount-WBD Deal Meeting: Stop "Playing Games"“Not only did Paramount leak the alleged substance of settlement discussions, but they misrepresented these discussions, demonstrating a lack of good faith,” says Rob Bonta.
- Google News - Top Stories13:19
California AG Calls Off Paramount-Warner Bros. Meeting, Accusing Company of “Playing Games” The Hollywood Reporter California Cancels Talks With Paramount Over Warner Bros. Merger The New York Times California attorney general cancels Paramount merger talks Yahoo California AG calls off Paramount settlement talks, accuses company of ‘playing games’ CNN A media M&A chill: The Paramount-WBD antitrust challenge may hold up more deals than one CNBC
- hollywoodreporter.com13:50edited after publishing
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Mike Schur: Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is Existential for Writers“A market ceases to function when competition disappears. And it’s disappearing,” contends the comedy writer whose credits include 'Saturday Night Live,' 'The Office,' 'Parks and Recreation,' 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and many more.
- Google News - Top Stories17:57
California Cancels Talks With Paramount Over Warner Bros. Merger The New York Times California attorney general cancels talks with Paramount, accuses company of leaks NBC News Readers respond: Lawsuit costs could land on taxpayers OregonLive.com A media M&A chill: The Paramount-WBD antitrust challenge may hold up more deals than one CNBC Paramount, California AG scrap meeting over merger legal battle The Hill
- Google News - Top Stories18:50
California attorney general cancels talks with Paramount, accuses company of leaks NBC News Paramount CEO David Ellison is at the final hurdle before buying WBD. So far, he can't clear it CNBC Watch California AG Bonta on Mail Ballots, Paramount Talks, Meta Trial Bloomberg.com California Cancels Talks With Paramount Over Warner Bros. Merger The New York Times California AG calls off Paramount settlement talks, accuses company of ‘playing games’ CNN
- The Hill19:06
Officials at Paramount and California Attorney General Rob Bonta's (D) office canceled a meeting set for Monday as tensions hold between the two sides over a planned mega-merger the media conglomerate is pursing with Warner Bros. Discovery. In a statement on Monday, Bonta accused Paramount of leaking the details of a previous meeting to media...
- Google News - Top Stories21:55
Paramount CEO David Ellison is at the final hurdle before buying WBD. So far, he can't clear it CNBC California Cancels Talks With Paramount Over Warner Bros. Merger The New York Times California cancels talks with Paramount over Warner Bros deal Reuters Readers respond: Lawsuit costs could land on taxpayers OregonLive.com Paramount Denies It Leaked Details Of Talks With California AG Deadline
- Bloomberg Politics22:01
California Attorney General Rob Bonta discusses why he canceled talks with Paramount over the company’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. Speaking on "Balance of Power: Evening Edition," Bonta also comments on the US Supreme Court siding with President Donald Trump over his plan to use the Postal Service to impose new restrictions on the distribution of mail ballots and Meta Platforms being sued by a bipartisan coalition of states on allegations of deceiving the public. (Source: Bloomberg)
Tue, 25 August 2026
4 reports- theepochtimes.com03:52
- variety.com18:50edited after publishing
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Rob Bonta Wants Paramount to 'Put a Lid on Their Lying Leaks'Rob Bonta said he's open to reengaging with Paramount over an antitrust settlement, provided they control leaks coming from their side.
- The Hill20:29edited after publishing
Paramount Skydance's bid to acquire fellow entertainment giant Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has been mired in controversy and drew a lawsuit from critics who argue the deal is bad for the movie-making and media business. As David Ellison, the company's top executive and an ally of President Trump, wages a public relations and legal defense campaign advocating...
- The Hill22:07
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Paramount's Warner Bros. bid barrels toward antitrust trial Paramount’s bid to acquire fellow entertainment giant Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD) has been mired in controversy and drew a lawsuit from critics who argue the deal is bad for the movie-making and media business. Jae C. Hong, Associated Press As...
Wed, 26 August 2026
2 reports- variety.com01:34edited after publishing
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Iowa AG Says She's Suing California For Paramount-Warner Bros. LawsuitIowa Attorney General Brenna Bird says she is suing California for leading the charge in the lawsuit against the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.
- shockya.com11:50
Investigates how attorneys, embedded in a tight legal‑media network, drive Hollywood mergers, lobby regulators, and face threats, shaping the entertainment landscape.
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories18:05
David Ellison Is Promising at Least 30 Movies a Year. Hollywood Is Skeptical. WSJ Tom Cruise Is Confident Paramount-Warner Bros. Will Release 30 Films a Year After Merger: ‘They’re Going to Deliver’ Currently.com Tom Cruise Says His Paramount ‘Family’ Will Deliver on WBD Merger’s 30-Movie Promise TheWrap Tom Cruise Blesses Paramount’s Deal to Buy Warner Bros., in the Name of Movie “Abundance” The Hollywood Reporter Tom Cruise Confident In Paramount Promise Dark Horizons