Paramount Accused of Leaking Settlement Talks

California Attorney General Rob Bonta abruptly canceled a planned meeting with David Ellison's Paramount Skydance on Monday. Bonta stated that Paramount had leaked the alleged substance of settlement discussions and misrepresented them, demonstrating a lack of good faith. He indicated his office would be open to meeting again once Paramount engages sincerely.

In response, Paramount released a statement sharing Bonta's concerns about public discussions and misreporting surrounding the deal. The company assured the Attorney General's office that it had not leaked any confidential discussions. Paramount remains hopeful and ready to continue good-faith discussions to resolve the Attorneys General suit.