TRUMP warns Netflix-Warner deal may pose antitrust ‘problem’

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 -President Donald Trump has raised concerns over Netflix’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros., warning that the deal could trigger significant antitrust issues. 

Trump argues that combining two major entertainment powerhouses could stifle competition, limit consumer choice, and give the merged entity excessive influence over content distribution and pricing.

The proposed merger, valued in the tens of billions, would create one of the largest streaming and media conglomerates in the world. Regulators and industry observers are now scrutinizing potential market impacts, including whether the deal could reduce diversity in entertainment offerings or lead to higher subscription costs for consumers.

While Netflix emphasizes that the acquisition would enhance content creation and benefit viewers, Trump’s warning highlights growing political and public scrutiny of Big Tech and media consolidation. 

The debate underscores the tension between corporate growth ambitions and regulatory safeguards designed to protect competitive markets in the digital age.