World & BusinessThe Ellisons’ claimed control of CBS, CNN and TikTok draws criticism
Chris Van Hollen argues that the consolidation gives Trump and billionaires more power over what people see. He also alleges that the merger was illegal and should never have been approved.
TLDR
On September 23, 2026, Chris Van Hollen said David and Larry Ellison would now officially control CBS, CNN, TikTok and more. Calling them Trump mega-donors, he argued that the consolidation would give Trump and billionaires greater control over information to spread propaganda. He also alleged that the merger was “illegal from day 1” and should never have been approved.
The Ellisons’ claimed control of CBS, CNN and TikTok draws criticism
Chris Van Hollen argues that the consolidation gives Trump and billionaires more power over what people see. He also alleges that the merger was illegal and should never have been approved.
TLDR
On September 23, 2026, Chris Van Hollen said David and Larry Ellison would now officially control CBS, CNN, TikTok and more. Calling them Trump mega-donors, he argued that the consolidation would give Trump and billionaires greater control over information to spread propaganda. He also alleged that the merger was “illegal from day 1” and should never have been approved.