Rep. Jamie Raskin leads rally opposing David Ellison's Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition
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Updated · Deadline · Apr 24
Rep. Jamie Raskin leads rally opposing David Ellison's Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition
10 articles · Updated · Deadline · Apr 24
About two dozen opponents, including lawmakers and advocacy groups, gathered on the National Mall as Donald Trump attended a private dinner hosted by Paramount CEO David Ellison at the Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C.
Protesters criticized the proposed merger as emblematic of Trump administration corruption, displaying signs and staging demonstrations near the event, which was described as celebrating the First Amendment and honoring Trump and CBS correspondents.
Speakers included former FTC Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya and Rep. Rebecca Balint, with organizers such as Free Press and Public Citizen highlighting concerns over media consolidation and the influence of corporate interests in news and politics.
Beyond public rallies, what real power do critics have to stop this merger?
How does a tech mogul's financial backing influence this massive media merger's chances?
Can rivals CNN and CBS News maintain editorial independence under a single corporate owner?
Is massive consolidation the only way for traditional media to survive against tech giants?
How did a public institute for peace become a private venue for corporate dinners?
Will the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger create a streaming giant that ultimately costs consumers more?