Skydance boss David Ellison tells Hollywood pals that Paramount merger will close before end of summer: sources
1. David Ellison remains confident about acquiring Paramount amidst headwinds. 2. Regulatory approval is stalled due to investigations into CBS's bias violations. 3. Settlement discussions suggest a potential $35 million payment to resolve Trump's lawsuit. 4. Trump's praise for Ellison could influence regulatory impressions and merger progress. 5. Ellison's father finances the deal, providing leverage in political connections.