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6 October 2026

Dems have edge in midterms, poll shows. And, Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to close

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Dems have edge in midterms, poll shows. And, Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to close

Polls are showing that Democrats have a clear advantage heading into the midterms, but that doesn't tell the whole story. And, today, a mega merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. is set to close. (Image credit: Tom Brenner)

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