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Rob Bonta’s Legal Battle Against Paramount

Updated 2026-08-25 16:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is facing opposition from Cinemark, one of the largest theater chains, in his antitrust lawsuit against the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. The case highlights ongoing tensions between Hollywood and regulatory bodies.

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Can Rob Bonta Make His Case Against Paramount Without the Three Largest Theater Chains?

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has been on a roll. Arguing that the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger will harm theaters and cable providers, he brought an antitrust suit in July and managed to stall the deal until next spring. But his winning streak couldn’t last forever. Last week, Cinemark joi

2026-08-25 16:50 UTC