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California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 7 min read
By Brian Stelter, CNN
(CNN) — Lawyers for the 12-state coalition trying to block the Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery deal will be in court on Friday arguing that a temporary restraining order (TRO) is necessary to stop the companies from completing the merger.
Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín w...
Key takeaway As CNN reported earlier this week, the companies expect the judge to issue a TRO, effectively pausing the merger for a couple of weeks while the legal process plays out.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery has significant implications for El Paso 's local economy, particularly in the context of media consolidation. As California Attorney General Rob Bonta leads the coalition of Democratic attorneys general against the merger, his stance on structural remedies is noteworthy. Bonta's emphasis on requiring multiple structural remedies to address the concerns surrounding the merger suggests that a single concession, such as spinning off CNN, would not be sufficient to alleviate the coalition's concerns. This stance has implications for El Paso's own media landscape, where local outlets may be affected by the consolidation of larger media companies. As the court hearing approaches, El Paso residents should be aware of the potential impact of this merger on the local media ecosystem and the potential consequences of increased consolidation in the industry. The outcome of this lawsuit will be closely watched in El Paso, where a diverse and vibrant local media scene is essential to the community's well-being.
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Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? By Brian Stelter, CNN
(CNN) — Lawyers for the 12-state coalition trying to block the Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery deal will be in court on Friday arguing that a temporary restraining order (TRO) is necessary to stop the companies from completing the merger.
Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín w...
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