Bonta says he’ll answer Department of Justice election monitors with observers of his own
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said Tuesday that the state will send its own observers to polling places, citing concerns that federal monitors could make voters feel intimidated. Bonta said California is repeating the approach it took in the last two elections, deploying state observers alongside federal monitors. The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has […]
Hollywood Figures React Strongly to Paramount Warner Bros. Agreement: ‘AG Bonta a F**king Coward’
Paramount Reaches Settlement for Warner Bros. Merger amid Hollywood Backlash There’s been quite a stir among Hollywood figures like Mark Ruffalo and other media personalities reacting to the news that Paramount has settled a lawsuit that threatened its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta. As it turns out, Paramount […]
Paramount agrees to settle with California’s Rob Bonta to approve Warner Bros. merger
Paramount has come to an agreement with California Attorney General Rob Bonta regarding a multi-state antitrust lawsuit, which clears the way for its significant $81 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, as reported by sources. This morning, around 10:20 a.m. ET, shares of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery saw notable increases, with gains of 6.6% […]
Mark Ruffalo calls on California AG Rob Bonta to oppose the Paramount-Warner merger settlement
California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta is navigating significant pressure from Hollywood as discussions about a settlement that could facilitate Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery heat up. Actor Mark Ruffalo took to X, emphasizing, “Don’t you dare @AGRobBonta, do not cave,” insisting that he should reject any deal that would greenlight the […]
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Paramount engage in detailed settlement discussions: report
Paramount Skydance is currently engaged in significant discussions with California Attorney General Rob Bonta regarding his lawsuit aimed at blocking the company’s $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, as per a recent report. Sources told the Wall Street Journal that both parties are exploring potential compromises. One idea on the table is for Paramount […]
California AG Rob Bonta takes a strong stance on Paramount, but states he is willing to engage in settlement discussions if they are genuine.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta expressed strong confidence on Thursday regarding his legal challenge against Paramount Skydance’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. He claimed he has been making significant progress in the legal battle, but also stated he is “open” to discussing a settlement if Paramount approaches with genuine intent. During an appearance at the […]
Del Mar seeks investigation into Rob Bonta regarding housing and contributions
A prolonged housing conflict in an upscale Southern California city has attracted the attention of state Attorney General Rob Bonta over allegations related to campaign funding tied to a developer. This month, the Del Mar City Council members decided to request an investigation by both the San Diego County District Attorney and U.S. Attorney Adam […]
Two Leading Hollywood Unions Urge California Attorney General Rob Bonta to Resolve Paramount Lawsuit
California Attorney General Rob Bonta encountered more resistance this week when he urged Hollywood’s prominent labor unions, the Directors Guild of America and IATSE, to resolve their lawsuit related to Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. In an open letter on Wednesday, the DGA and IATSE asked Bonta to reconsider his position and withdraw the lawsuit. […]
Paramount is thinking about relocating CBS News from NYC amid disputes with Attorneys General Rob Bonta and Letitia James, according to sources.
Paramount is exploring the possibility of relocating CBS News from New York as tensions rise in a legal dispute with the attorneys general of New York and California, according to reports. California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta is spearheading a coalition of twelve states opposing Paramount’s proposed $110 billion purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery. Some insiders […]
California Attorney General Rob Bonta is challenging PSKY’s attempt to buy WBD amid ongoing competition with Netflix.
Paramount Skydance has reportedly triumphed in its attempt to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, but the competition with Netflix is anything but settled. Executives at PSKY, as it’s often called, are expressing concerns about the recent $80 billion acquisition deal, which edged out Netflix’s bid back in February. They feel the lawsuit lodged last week by […]