On December 8, as reported by Deadline, prior to attending the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony in Washington, U.S. President Trump offered his thoughts on Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Trump remarked that while he has a great deal of respect for Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos, the dramatic surge in market share that the merged entity would command necessitates a thorough examination by economists. Moreover, he emphasized his intention to be actively involved in the decision-making process regarding this matter.

This acquisition deal, which involves an enterprise value of $82.7 billion, would see Netflix taking over Warner Bros.' film and television production division as well as its streaming business. The transaction is structured as a cash-and-stock deal, with Netflix offering $27.75 per share. Although the deal is anticipated to be finalized in the third quarter of 2026, it is not without hurdles, as it faces the possibility of being scrutinized under antitrust laws.