A proposed media deal aims to combine CNN and CBS News under a single entity, sparking corporate and labor conflicts.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jul 27

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Larry Ellison Donald Trump Skydance Media

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The corporate fallout from the Paramount Skydance merger is underway, involving Ellison's controversial reforms at CBS News, leadership resignations, and the influence of Trump ties. All 3 developments

Within David Ellison, who has strong ties to President Trump, is leading the Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros.

The entities involved

Larry Ellison
American internet entrepreneur and businessman (born 1944)
- Elon Musk's net worth surpassed that of Alphabet co-founder Larry Page, reaching $780 billion according to Forbes.Sun 23:02
Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
- The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
Skydance Media
American production company based in Santa Monica, California
- Skydance Media made a $110 billion offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, with the deal's viability tied to Oracle stock performance.Sat 21:57
- Satirical work involving creator Matt Stone references tech giants while being linked to his base in Colorado.Fri 23:33

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Ellison is preparing to take control of CNN, while Paramount completes the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trump hosts Xi Jinping.Mon 17:21

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Jul 27democracynow.orgParamount Skydance Postpones Merger with Warner Bros. Discovery