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Paramount delays closing Warner buyout while judge considers states' challenge

Paramount said in a filing Friday that it won't close its Warner buyout until either a court ruling is made on the states' claims or June 1, 2027. The agreement comes just days after U S District Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin granted a temporary restraining order to freeze the transaction for…

The Economic Times

Two dozen states sue Trump White House for politicizing Fema disaster aid

The 25 Democratic attorneys general say administration imposed ‘unlawful’ conditions on federal disaster grants

The Guardian - US

'Amazon Can Do Whatever It Wants': Accused of Pressuring Suppliers to Raise Rival Prices

Amazon faces allegations it pressured suppliers to raise rival prices, with court filings claiming the retail giant used its market power to limit competition.

International Business Times UK

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Hundreds of Thousands Could Lose Home Care as Federal Government Freezes $867.5 Million in California Medicaid Payments

CMS froze $867.5M in Medicaid funds for California's home care program. Here's what it means for the 700,000+ elderly and disabled residents who depend on IHSS.

Medical Daily

California’s New Affordability Enforcement Teams Homeowners and Renters Should Watch

California just created a new enforcement team aimed at one of the most painful parts of modern life: the bill that somehow keeps getting bigger even when the paycheck does not. California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the California Department of Justice’s Affordability Response Team on June 8, 2026, with…

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US judge suspends Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.

SAN FRANCISCO - A federal judge in California on Monday ordered Paramount Skydance and Warner Brothers Discovery to temporarily pause their merger while a case brought by multiple states challenging the deal moves forward.

Bangkok Post

US judge halts Paramount-Warner Bros merger for 14 days amid antitrust challenge by 12 states

A federal judge in California on Monday temporarily blocked Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery from completing their proposed $110 billion merger, granting a 14-day restraining order as a multistate antitrust lawsuit challenging the deal moves forward.

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Paramount Skydance Stock Hits 52-Week Lows as Judge Pauses Merger: Here’s What Happens Next

Paramount Skydance (NASDAQ:PSKY) stock hit new 52-week lows Monday on the heels of a judge pausing the company’s megamerger with Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD). Here’s the update.

Benzinga

MAGA merger will make movies boring

The Paramount/Warner Bros. merger will suck the joy out of TV and movies

Salon

‘Laws were broken’: multistate effort to stop Paramount’s $111bn merger heads to court

Attorneys general from 12 states are suing to block the Paramount-Warner Bros deal they say violates antitrust law

The Guardian - US

12 States Sue, Call Paramount–Warner Bros. Merger an Antitrust Violation

If successful, it could do more harm than good to the entertainment industry.

Reason

Shopping Elsewhere Will Not Save You: Inside Amazon's Alleged Scheme To Look Cheapest By Making Every Rival Raise Prices

Amazon faces antitrust lawsuits alleging it pressured vendors to raise prices elsewhere, maintaining its low-price image.

International Business Times UK

Paramount could soon ditch Hollywood headquarters and head out of state under Trump-allied new owner: report

The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery would see CBS, CNN, HBO, Nickelodeon and the Warner Bros. and Paramount film studios, among other properties, all under the same roof

The Independent UK

States sue to block Paramount-WB merger

Led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the case alleges the deal is illegal under antitrust law

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US state attorneys general file lawsuit in effort to block Paramount merger

Bipartisan group argue in lawsuit that $110bn merger would hurt competition and lead to thousands of job losses

The Independent UK

Real estate agent sentenced for trying to price gouge Eaton Fire victims in California

The victims were trying to rent a home after the devastating fires in California

International Business Times UK

Mark Zuckerberg's Biggest Legal Nightmare Yet? The Meta Battle That Could Cost $1.4T

A landmark Meta trial could reshape social media rules as four US states accuse Facebook and Instagram of addictive designs targeting children and teenagers.

The Economic Times

US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue and block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. California is leading the investigation into potential antitrust violations and harm to competition. Actors, writers, and theater owners also oppose the merger, fearing job losses and reduced consumer choice.

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US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal, sources say

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue Paramount over its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition. California is leading the investigation into potential competition law violations. This merger faces opposition from Hollywood actors and theater owners fearing job losses. Paramount argues the combination will help it compete for audiences and talent. A…

The Guardian - US

Trump administration targets California coastal agency in escalation of energy production fight

US commerce department accuses state of ‘environmental terrorism’ and plans to evaluate its coastal agency

The Independent UK

California takes on Trump in explosive new legal battle

California intends to sue the Trump administration over its deal to end an offshore wind project proposed off the state’s central coast

International Business Times UK

Shopify To Imminently Ban All Vape Sales Following Severe Pressure From US Law Enforcement Officials

Shopify plans to ban all vape sales in the US, responding to pressure from state attorneys general aiming to curb illegal e-cigarette trade. The move marks a significant legal victory.

Latin Times

California Sues to Halt Planned ICE Facility Near Gilroy, Says Federal Government Bypassed Review Process

State and county officials allege the site is zoned exclusively for agricultural use and that federal authorities failed to follow environmental and planning procedures before construction began

International Business Times UK

Paramount Accuses Netflix of 'Scorched-Earth Campaign' as California Prepares to Block the $110 Billion Deal

Paramount accuses Netflix of trying to poison regulators against its $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery takeover as California-led states prepare a lawsuit to block the deal.

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump's $100,000 Tech Visa Fee Struck Down as Unlawful After Generating Only 85 Payments Worldwide

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee was an unlawful tax, requiring congressional approval. The decision highlights limits on presidential power in immigration policy.

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