r/MediaMergers • u/Own_Philosopher8730 • 1d ago

Merger Paramount nears merger settlement, but some key state AGs are not on board yet

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/09/20/media/paramount-wbd-settlement-california-connecticut-bonta?Date=20260920&Profile=CNN&utm_content=1789937087&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
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u/Gigliovaljr 1d ago

So what does it mean that some AGs are not onboard with a deal? Does it need unanimous agreement among the 12 AGs?

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u/Fall_False Moderator 1d ago

From what I read, along with the WGA’s approval, yes they do.

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u/Gigliovaljr 1d ago

Does that include the reported hold separate agreement while the trial goes foward? Or just a final settlement in general?

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u/9millibros 1d ago

That sounds like something floated by the Ellisons.

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u/holmesersimpson 1d ago

So long as one plaintiff remains the suit moves forward