US State AGs Sue to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Amid WWE RAW Event

State attorneys general from at least 12 U.S. states filed a lawsuit to block Paramount Global’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery from Skydance. The complaint alleges the deal would substantially lessen competition in wide‑release theatrical distribution, top‑grossing theatrical releases, and basic cable licensing, potentially giving the combined company control of roughly one‑third of the market. Regulators are also warned of possible massive job losses and a combined debt burden of about $79 billion, prompting concerns that Paramount might threaten to leave California to pressure the suit’s dismissal.

Meanwhile, WWE RAW aired on July 13, 2026 from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The broadcast featured a singles match between IYO SKY and Roxanne Perez, a contract signing between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins for their World Heavyweight Title clash at SummerSlam, and a surprise address by Brock Lesnar. Additional matches included a gauntlet for the Intercontinental Championship #1 contender and other talent appearances.