The commission voted 2-1 in favor of the transaction amid accusations of political pressure on Paramount and Skydance, with Biden-appointed Commissioner Anna M. Gomez in opposition.

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FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez has issued a scathing statement of dissent following the approval of the Paramount and Skydance Media deal on Thursday, noting the merger marks a “direct violation of the first amendment.”