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Trump's New FCC Chair Raises the Latest Hurdle in the Paramount-Skydance Merger | Analysis


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Tuesday, February 4th 2025 at 10:04 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • But after months of twists and turns, there's yet another hurdle standing in the way of controlling shareholder Shari Redstone passing off her family's empire to David Ellison: Donald Trump's new Federal Communications Commission chairman Brendan Carr.

The article discusses the potential impact of the new FCC chair, appointed by former President Donald Trump, on the proposed merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media. The appointment of a new FCC chair, known for a conservative approach to media consolidation, introduces uncertainty into the merger process. This development could complicate the regulatory approval needed for the deal, as the FCC has significant influence over media ownership rules. The article highlights concerns from industry analysts about how the new chair's policies might affect the merger, potentially leading to stricter scrutiny or even opposition to the consolidation of media companies. This situation adds another layer of complexity to an already intricate negotiation, with implications for content creation, distribution, and market competition in the entertainment industry.

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