Blumenthal Statement on New Reports Regarding AT&T Time Warner Merger

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the statement below following reports that the Department of Justice has called on AT&T and Time Warner to divest assets during merger review:

 “The Department of Justice appears to be doing its job. I have long opposed this deal because of its impact on competitors and consumers. I have also closely questioned Department of Justice officials about assuring the independence of CNN. I am now counting on the Department of Justice to continue its thorough and exacting review, including its obligation to go to court and pursue legal remedies upholding market competition and First Amendment rights if the facts demand it.”