David Ellison: Let's Set the Record Straight on the Paramount-Warner Deal

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Posted on AllSides August 4, 2026

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Many people have weighed in on Paramount's agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery — media analysts, power brokers, political commentators, competitors and, of course, lawyers. For a transaction of this size, that is expected and appropriate. The one person you haven't heard from is me.

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