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Trump Backs Nexstar's $6.2B Deal Amid Media Concerns

2/9/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna after previously criticizing it, aligning with the administration's deregulatory goals.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s action to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's show has raised concerns among conservatives about competition in the media landscape.
In a separate development, Syria and Saudi Arabia signed investment agreements, including a $1 billion telecommunications project led by Saudi Telecom to boost Syria's economy and connectivity.

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna after previously criticizing it, aligning with the administration's deregulatory goals.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s action to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's show has raised concerns among conservatives about competition in the media landscape.
In a separate development, Syria and Saudi Arabia signed investment agreements, including a $1 billion telecommunications project led by Saudi Telecom to boost Syria's economy and connectivity.