Mass. AG Campbell joins coalition challenging Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
( July 13, 2026, 19:43 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell joined a coalition of 12 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal would unlawfully reduce competition in the film and television industry and ultimately harm consumers. "This merger threatens to reduce competition in ways that could lead to fewer choices and perspectives — as well as higher costs. That's why I'm joining this lawsuit to protect consumers and ensure the entertainment marketplace remains competitive," Campbell said.Full statement folows:...
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