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Democratic Senators Demand Transparency on Warner Bros. Merger

2/19/2026

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Eight Democratic United States senators led by Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) urged Paramount CEO David Ellison to preserve records tied to the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
They cited Ellison's interactions with U.S. President Donald Trump and alleged political influence in the merger.
They asked for answers by February 26 on any communications with Trump or lobbyists and any potential side deals.

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Eight Democratic United States senators led by Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) urged Paramount CEO David Ellison to preserve records tied to the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
They cited Ellison's interactions with U.S. President Donald Trump and alleged political influence in the merger.
They asked for answers by February 26 on any communications with Trump or lobbyists and any potential side deals.