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Nexstar-Tegna merger raises concerns in California, state AG Bonta says

By Wesley Brown ( March 12, 2026, 20:26 GMT | Insight) -- Concerns regarding Nexstar Media Group's proposed acquisition of Tegna are plentiful, despite the deal getting the blessings of President Donald Trump and US Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr, according to California Attorney General Rob Bonta. Speaking at an event, Bonta spelled out concerns regarding consumer access and costs, as well as potential labor and competition issues if Nexstar were to acquire broadcast stations from Tegna.Concerns regarding Nexstar Media Group's proposed acquisition of Tegna are plentiful, despite the deal getting the blessings of President Donald Trump and US Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr, according to California Attorney General Rob Bonta....

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