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California DOJ Opposes Warner Bros. Sale Amid Concerns

11/5/2025

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The California Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Robert Bonta, opposes the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing concerns about consolidation in Hollywood.
The Writers Guild of America criticized the merger, warning it would harm workers and free speech.
Warner Bros. Discovery has received three takeover offers from Paramount Global, all deemed too low.
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to split its studio and streaming assets from its linear networks by April.
Warner Bros. Discovery's shares have surged 174% over the past year.

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The California Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Robert Bonta, opposes the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing concerns about consolidation in Hollywood.
The Writers Guild of America criticized the merger, warning it would harm workers and free speech.
Warner Bros. Discovery has received three takeover offers from Paramount Global, all deemed too low.
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to split its studio and streaming assets from its linear networks by April.
Warner Bros. Discovery's shares have surged 174% over the past year.