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David and Larry Ellison Sued by Paramount Investors Over Alleged Trump Side Deal

Paramount shareholders have launched legal action against David and Larry Ellison over claims of an undisclosed side deal involving Donald Trump.

By · Published July 18, 2026 at 13:46 UTC · Updated July 18, 2026 at 16:46 UTC

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What happened

Paramount shareholders have filed lawsuits naming David and Larry Ellison as defendants. These legal filings allege the existence of an illegal side deal intended to secure approval for a merger with Warner Bros.

Reports also detail a separate antitrust challenge brought by state attorneys general, alongside Paramount’s request for a judge’s recusal in that proceeding. Future reports will focus on the court's response to the recusal motion and the progression of the shareholder lawsuits regarding the alleged merger conditions.

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Questions people are asking

Who is being sued by Paramount investors?

The lawsuits name David and Larry Ellison, as well as the Paramount board, as defendants.

What is the primary allegation in the shareholder lawsuits?

Shareholders allege an illegal side deal and promises made to Donald Trump to secure approval for the Warner Bros. Discovery merger.

Are there other legal challenges facing Paramount?

Yes, state attorneys general have initiated an antitrust challenge regarding the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, which is currently subject to a judicial recusal request.

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