Dear Supporters,
Our movement to stop the Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is reaching a critical stage. While the companies are pushing for a quick closing by the end of 2026, we have a vital opportunity to make our voices heard where it matters most: with the federal judiciary.
Reports indicate that Judge Randolph Moss at the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia is a key figure in scrutinizing this deal. We need everyone to take 5 minutes today to respectfully urge him to protect media diversity and consumer choice.
How You Can Help Right Now:
- Call the Court:
- Phone Number: (202) 354-3000 (U.S. District Court for DC - Chambers of Judge Moss)
- Suggested Script: "Hello, I am calling to respectfully urge Judge Moss to carefully scrutinize and block the Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. I am concerned about media diversity and the potential for a content monopoly that hurts consumers."
- Send an Email:
- Address: Moss_Chambers@dcd.uscourts.gov
- Subject: Concerns regarding Paramount/WBD Merger
- Body: Briefly explain why you believe this $110 billion merger is against the public interest, focusing on how it might reduce competition or damage creative independence.
- Write to the Clerk's Office:
- Standard legal procedure often requires public comments to be sent in writing to the Clerk's Office rather than directly to a judge.
- Address: Clerk of Court, 333 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20001.
Why This Matters Today
With a shareholder vote set for April 23, 2026, and over 4,000 industry professionals already signing an open letter against the deal, the pressure is building. This merger would create a massive entity controlling iconic brands like HBO, CNN, and Paramount Pictures, while saddling the new company with an estimated $79 billion in debt.
Please share this update using the hashtag #SaveWBD and let’s keep Warner Bros. independent!