https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/california-attorney-general-ramps-up-criticism-of-paramountContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/california-attorney-general-ramps-up-criticism-of-paramounthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/california-attorney-general-ramps-up-criticism-of-paramount#u50152Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:56:20 +0000California has canceled meetings with Paramount regarding its bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Attorney General Rob Bonta is increasing criticism of the deal and is expected to demand that the merged company sell off certain TV channels. While Paramount CEO David Ellison seeks to finalize the acquisition, the legal battle in California has extended, creating a hurdle for the merger. Paramount has denied leaking details of its discussions with the Attorney General's office to the press.Why it mattersThe proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery would consolidate tw