The head of streaming service Netflix is set to hold discussions at the White House this Thursday, highlighting the political considerations surrounding the company’s potential takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, according to a Wednesday report from Politico.
Ted Sarandos, who serves as Netflix’s chief executive officer, will participate in the White House meetings, two sources with knowledge of the planned discussions told the publication. The scheduled visit demonstrates how high-level government attention is being paid to Netflix’s proposed acquisition deal.
The meetings come as Netflix explores the possibility of purchasing Warner Bros Discovery, a move that would significantly reshape the entertainment industry landscape.
