California AG Calls Off Paramount Antitrust Case Settlement Meeting Alleging Leaks

The California AG has cancelled a scheduled settlement meeting regarding an antitrust case against Paramount. This decision follows allegations of leaks surrounding the proceedings. The cancellation occurs as Paramount has threatened to exit California if the legal battle to block the merger proceeds to trial next year. The state's move halts current negotiations aimed at resolving the antitrust dispute, leaving the future of the merger and Paramount's presence in the state uncertain.