Eight states ask judge for temporary restraining order to block Nexstar Tegna merger - court filing

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• – Eight US states are seeking a temporary restraining order to block Nexstar's $16.2 billion merger with Tegna, citing concerns over media consolidation.
• – The states argue that the deal would lead to a loss of local programming and increased prices for consumers.
• – The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Washington, DC on Wednesday.