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How Trump's picks could turn Skydance-Paramount deal into cliffhanger

The article discusses how former President Donald Trump's potential picks for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) could impact the proposed merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global. The deal, which involves Skydance acquiring National Amusements, the controlling shareholder of Paramount, is currently under scrutiny due to regulatory concerns. Trump's appointees might lean towards a more deregulatory stance, potentially easing the path for such media consolidations. However, there's uncertainty about whether these appointees would prioritize media diversity or competition issues, which could either facilitate or hinder the merger. The article highlights the political and regulatory landscape that could turn this high-profile deal into a "cliffhanger," depending on the FCC's composition and its approach to media ownership rules.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/tv/how-trump-s-picks-could-turn-skydance-paramount-deal-into-cliffhanger/ar-AA1vo9nj ]