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David Ellison denies he has ‘politicized’ Skydance despite close Trump links

Ellison admits ‘good relationship’ with administration in remarks to reporters about newly merged media company David Ellison, the chief executive of the…

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The Guardian reports: Ellison admits ‘good relationship’ with administration in remarks to reporters about newly merged media company David Ellison, the chief executive of the newly formed media conglomerate Skydance, denied that he has “politicized” the company despite the close connection he has forged with Donald Trump’s White House over the 20 months of his administration.

This business story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include David Ellison, Paramount Skydance and Donald Trump’s White House.

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United States · Americas
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The Guardian
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David Ellison, Paramount Skydance, Donald Trump’s White House, Skydance
Section
Business

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