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Donald Trump Praises Newly Merged Paramount-Warner Bros.: ‘They’re Terrific People, and It’s Gonna Be a Great Company’

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What happened

President Donald Trump, who is friendly with David Ellison and his father, Larry Ellison, gave a big thumbs-up to Paramount’s megamerger with Warner Bros.

Discovery, which closed earlier Tuesday to form Skydance Corp.

Key facts

  • Reported by Variety and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:39:34 UTC.

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  1. Skydance CEOs Pressed On Layoffs & Donald Trump Interference As They Outline Future At Town Hall

  2. Donald Trump Praises Newly Merged Paramount-Warner Bros.: ‘They’re Terrific People, and It’s Gonna Be a Great Company’

  3. Donald Trump Weighs In On New Skydance: “They’re Terrific People, And It’s Going To Be A Great Company”

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