Warner Bros. Discovery CEO Advocates for Deregulation in Next Presidency
David Zaslav emphasizes the need for a business-friendly president to enable industry consolidation.
- David Zaslav, CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, calls for deregulation to facilitate mergers and acquisitions.
- Zaslav refrains from endorsing any presidential candidate but stresses the importance of a pro-business administration.
- The CEO highlights the potential for Warner Bros. Discovery to engage in significant M&A activities post-lockup period.
- Zaslav supports the takeover bid for Paramount by Skydance Media, seeing it as beneficial for the industry.
- The entertainment industry, including major figures, expresses dissatisfaction with current antitrust policies.