Big Media Merger: Senators Raise Concerns Over Warner Bros. Discovery Sale

Three senators have raised eyebrows about the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery. They're worried that politics might mess with the process. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Richard Blumenthal sent a letter to the Department of Justice. They want a fair and transparent review of any deal. The senators aren't fans of the sale. They think it could lead to a huge media company. This company would control a lot of what Americans watch. The senators point out that the media world is already controlled by just six big companies. A merger could make things even worse. The senators are also worried about who might buy Warner Bros. Discovery. Paramount, Comcast, and Netflix are all interested. But the senators think politics might play a role in who gets the deal. They're concerned that President Trump's personal views could influence the process. The senators also mention Saudi Arabia's involvement. They point out that the Saudi sovereign wealth fund might back a deal. This adds another layer of complexity to the situation. The letter ends with some questions. The senators want to know if the Department of Justice has met with any lobbyists or lawyers involved in the sale. They also want to know if they've talked to the White House or President Trump about it.