States Challenge Paramount-Skydance Merger | Denver News

A dozen states, led by California’s AG Rob Bonta, are launching a bold legal challenge against the Paramount-Skydance merger, arguing it threatens Hollywood’s competitive landscape, risks lower wages and fewer jobs, and could drive up prices for consumers while shrinking content choices. Citing the 1914 Clayton Act, the states claim the deal violates antitrust laws designed to prevent monopolies. Paramount-Skydance counters that the merger will boost creativity, expand theatrical releases to 30 films annually, and create jobs — while dismissing the lawsuit as legally flawed. Though the Justice Department approved the deal, these states demand a pause and threaten a court injunction if negotiations fail. With global approvals already secured, this U.S. showdown could reshape the future of media and entertainment. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/05890a119fbe5edf