Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Rep. Pat Ryan demand FCC address rising cost of live sports
The Democratic lawmakers believe media consolidation is driving prices higher for sports fans.
The Democratic lawmakers believe media consolidation is driving prices higher for sports fans.
"It's a big mistake that will mean higher costs, and fewer choices to watch games."
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“As prices rise across the board, including for cable and satellite TV and streaming services, sports fans should not be forced to pay more or jump through more hoops to watch their favorite team."
"This media merger must be blocked as a dangerous concentration of power."
"Disney’s proposed acquisition of Fubo appears to allow Disney to simultaneously circumvent the lawsuit while gobbling up a competitor."
Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren want the DOJ to look into ESPN-WBD-Fox joint venture Venu Sports on antitrust grounds.
"The agreement with Disney offers Sinclair an opportunity to charge consumers more by packaging their cable and broadcast programs."
Former ESPN analyst Curt Schilling appears to be continuing his foray into the political realm. After discussing his...