On January 10, former President Donald Trump shared a post on his social media platform condemning Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery assets, labeling the transaction a 'woke media monopoly.' In his post, Trump argued that merging two of Hollywood’s largest content producers under a single banner would concentrate cultural gatekeeping in the hands of executives he claims push progressive narratives. The tweet has already been reshared over 200,000 times and sparked a flurry of commentary from both conservative media outlets and entertainment industry insiders, heightening political scrutiny around the deal.

Trump’s public opposition adds a new dimension to an already complex bidding process for Warner Bros. Discovery’s film and television units. Federal regulators in both Washington and Brussels are reportedly reviewing the merger for potential antitrust risks, focusing on market share in streaming, theatrical distribution, and licensing. Sources familiar with the U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation indicate that executives have been summoned to provide documentation on content exclusivity agreements and advertising partnerships. Meanwhile, European Commission officials have scheduled a secondary review for late February, citing concerns over reduced competition in premium streaming services across the EU.