Senator Cory Booker critiques the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, emphasizing the need for antitrust scrutiny.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Booker comments on merger proposal: U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) issued a statement regarding the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, emphasizing the need for federal review to ensure it does not harm competition or consumers. He stated, "Now that there is an actual agreement on the table, the federal government has both the power and responsibility to review it."
Senator's oversight plans: Booker announced plans for an Antitrust Subcommittee hearing on March 4, aimed at assessing the merger's implications, noting the absence of Paramount CEO David Ellison's testimony at previous inquiries. He reiterated the necessity of thorough scrutiny, saying, "Carefully evaluating the competitive implications of this merger is a responsibility that falls on Republicans and Democrats."
Concerns over antitrust enforcement: Booker raised concerns about political favoritism in antitrust enforcement, warning against potential approvals of harmful mergers. He emphasized Congress's responsibility to ensure fair practices, stating, "If this Congress does not act, Democrats are committed to getting it done when we retake the majority."
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Cory A. Booker Fundraising
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Booker disclosed $683.9K of spending. This was the 82nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Booker disclosed $21.9M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 3rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Cory A. Booker Net Worth
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Cory A. Booker Bill Proposals
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- S.3953: A bill to authorize the Director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture to support African American history education programs, and for other purposes.
- S.3914: A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to establish an Office of Ethics Counsel and an Office of Investigative Counsel within the Supreme Court of the United States.
- S.3864: Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2026
- S.3860: Office of Small Farms Establishment Act of 2026
- S.3824: State Authority to Protect Civil Rights
- S.3809: AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026
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2026 New Jersey US Senate Election
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The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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