The proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. has a lot of hurdles before it’s approved including being approved by the government.

On Tuesday, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos appeared before the US Senate to discuss the deal that would see Warner Bros.’ studio, HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros. Games, and DC Comics purchased by Netflix.

Concerns over antitrust issues were raised but some took the opportunity to bring up “woke” content and “transgender ideology” bringing culture wars to the process.

While making attacks, those Senators could not provide evidence or support for their claims and statistics. MAGA influencers have raised that issue to block the merger and it has been echoed by Republicans.

Paramount has put in a competing bid for the company. Paramount has a more conservative bent having put numerous individuals into decision making positions to guide CBS and more. Paramount is looking to continue to consolidate the market and bring all of Warner Bros. Discovery under their control.