States Sue to Block Paramount-Warner Merger | Sacramento News

A dozen states are launching a legal battle to block the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, arguing it could crush competition, slash Hollywood jobs, and force consumers to pay more for fewer movie and cable choices. Filing under the 1914 Clayton Act, attorneys general demand the deal be paused until legal review concludes, ready to seek a restraining order if needed. Though the Justice Department approved the merger in June, Hollywood insiders—including thousands of industry pros—strongly oppose it, fearing reduced opportunities and audience choice. Paramount counters that the merger will boost competition and job growth, while securing approvals in key markets like China and Canada, though EU and UK reviews are still pending. This state-level push mirrors last year’s blocked Nexstar-Tegna merger, proving federal green lights don’t guarantee smooth sailing for mega-deals. 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/97628fdc7481fb70