Sinclair Tribune buyout collapses amid litigation
The 3.9 billion Tribune Media sale to Sinclair collapsed with Tribune suing Sinclair for breach of contract and at least 1 billion in damages. Regulators and political figures weighed in as FCC scrutiny and DOJ concerns stalled the deal, ending Sinclair’s bid to expand its 192 stations and 611 channels across 89 markets. Public Knowledge welcomed the outcome, urging local focus in news and programming.
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Collins indictment spotlights lawmakers on corporate boards
The indictment of U S Rep Chris Collins on insider trading charges raises questions about congressional service on corporate boards. Collins held about 17 percent of Innate Immunotherapeutics shares and sat on its board, a position not illegal but potentially conflicted. Democratic lawmakers propose rules limiting board service. ethics experts warn of loyalty and information risks. Collins was arrested on multiple charges. others linked to the case include his son.
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Acronym Fight Over Federal Agency Name in Washington
In Washington a battle over the agency’s acronym unfolds with progressives backing CFPB the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. Conservatives push BCFP as the legal name sparking clashes over budget authority and enforcement changes under acting director Mick Mulvaney.
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Retail gains and bank losses leave stocks little changed
U S indexes paused for a third day as retailer gains offset by bank losses and weaker energy shares after oil price declines. Amazon and Viacom led consumer stocks higher while the Nasdaq rose modestly. The S P 500 slipped 0 1 percent to 2853 58 and the Dow fell 0 3 percent to 25509 23. The VIX fell to its lowest since January.
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