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StocksMedium•20 March 2026•

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Eight U.S. States Seek to Block $3.5 Billion Nexstar-Tegna Merger

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Key Facts

1Eight U.S. states asked a federal judge for a temporary restraining order to block the $3.5 billion merger between Nexstar and Tegna.

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Eight U.S. states have filed a legal challenge to block the proposed $3.5 billion merger between Nexstar Media Group and Tegna. The states requested a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order, citing antitrust concerns and the potential for excessive market power. This move comes despite the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) already granting approval for the deal, including a waiver for ownership caps. The legal intervention introduces significant regulatory uncertainty and potential delays for the multi-billion dollar transaction. Investors are closely monitoring the situation as it could weigh on the stock prices of both NXST and TGNA. The outcome of this court filing will determine if the broadcasting giants can proceed with their consolidation plans.