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House Democrats launch probe into Paramount, Skydance merger

House Democrats probe if a $16 million settlement to Donald Trump was an illegal bribe linked to the $8 billion Skydance-Paramount merger, citing possible anti-bribery violations.

  • House Democrats have initiated a probe into the $8 billion merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global, raising concerns over alleged political interference and improper payments related to the deal.
  • Democrats Jamie Raskin and Frank Pallone expressed concerns to CEO David Ellison, linking significant settlements to President Trump and questioning potential illegal bribes.
  • Following the merger approval, CBS announced the cancellation of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' which has been criticized by Trump.
  • Adam Schiff criticized the FCC's actions, asserting that it would set a dangerous precedent of political interference in and corruption of the FCC's merger approval process.
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The Hill broke the news in Washington, United States on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
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