SUPERVISOR HORVATH MOVES TO PROTECT ENTERTAINMENT JOBS AND EVALUATE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF WARNER BROS. ACQUISITION
March 3rd, 2026
LOS ANGELES, CA – At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath introduced a motion, to be heard on March 17, calling for a comprehensive economic impact study of the proposed Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. The motion directs the County’s Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) to assess the potential effects of the merger on the County’s workforce and develop an action plan to support entertainment industry workers.
“The entertainment industry is once again facing a merger that could hurt competition, limit the diversity of storytellers, and send ripple effects across our signature industry,” said Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath. “I look forward to bringing this discussion to the Board about how Los Angeles County can take action to assess the full economic impact, protect jobs, support local businesses, and ensure Los Angeles remains the global capital of entertainment.”
The motion also authorizes County Counsel to submit formal comments to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding antitrust concerns and monitor related actions by State Attorneys General, including California Attorney General Rob Bonta. The motion directs DEO to leverage workforce programs, including High Road Training Partnership, to mitigate potential disruptions and provide job training and placement opportunities.
Paramount Skydance’s proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., including Warner Bros. studio, HBO, and CNN, raises concerns due to the debt load and historical precedent of layoffs after major studio mergers. Supervisor Horvath’s motion ensures Los Angeles County acts proactively to protect jobs, support workers, and safeguard the region’s creative economy.
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