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[UPDATE] Paramount settled suits with 12 states and writers to clear its Warner buyout

The deal sets up news boards for CNN and CBS before a judge signs off.

Paramount agreed to add U.S. film work and back news boards to end both suits.

On Sept. 22, Paramount agreed to settle antitrust claims with 12 states over its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Key facts on the settlement terms and commitments:

  • Twelve state attorneys general sued in July 2026 to stop the deal.
  • Paramount will set up news boards at 2 outlets, CNN and CBS.
  • The pact ends 2 suits, leaving only a judge's final sign-off.