Mike Lee

Money Moves

Expressing alarm over Netflix–WBD merger's antitrust implications

Paramount Skydance won the WBD bidding war in February 2026 and cleared the DOJ and European Commission by July. The deal is now paused: a federal judge in Oakland issued a temporary restraining order on July 20 after a 12-state coalition led by California sued to block it.

Updated Jul 25

Rule Changes

Seeking path through Senate filibuster

Since 1993, Americans have registered to vote by attesting to their citizenship under penalty of perjury, with no proof required. The House passed the SAVE America Act 218-213 on February 11, 2026, mandating in-person documentary proof (a passport, birth certificate, or naturalization papers) for federal election registration.

Updated May 27

Money Moves

Republican co-critic raising antitrust red flags

On December 5, 2025, Netflix announced a definitive deal to acquire Warner Bros.' film and television studios and streaming businesses, including HBO and HBO Max, valued at $72 billion in equity and $82.7 billion including debt. On January 20, 2026, the parties amended to an all-cash structure at $27.75 per share, with a shareholder vote expected by April 2026.

Updated May 10