Rob Bonta’s Paramount-WBD debacle has created political chaos

Antitrust suits aren’t supposed to be about politics, and yet that’s what’s happening of late, whether it’s Trump’s attempt during his first term to block AT&T from buying Time Warner, or California AG Rob Bonta looking to thwart Paramount’s purchase of TW’s successor, Warner Bros. Discovery.  It’s an odd way to run an economy and doesn’t do anyone any good. That includes the pols themselves who end up looking foolish and weak when they ultimately lose. It’s also a clunker for the supposed beneficiaries of these lawsuits, the American ­people.  The reasons that Warner has landed in the middle of…

US and China agree on tariff cut totaling B after Trump-Xi summit

The US and China have agreed to slash tariffs on products totalling $30 billion meant to lower what Americans pay for items ranging from toys to car seats, the White House said. The two countries “reached consensus on recommendations” for more favorable treatment for non-sensitive products, according to a fact…

Breaking down Nets roster: Where every player stands before season

The Post’s Brian Lewis breaks down the Nets roster ahead of training camp: Player, age, position, height, weight Tyler Bilodeau, 22, F, 6-9, 230 After the Nets traded a second-round pick in 2018, it got moved in three different deals before coming back to Brooklyn in the form of this…

Oregon gets revenge for dirty hit on Dante Moore by walloping USC

USC delivered a devastating blow before halftime Saturday, knocking Oregon quarterback Dante Moore out of the game with a dirty hit. Pulling together in support of their injured teammate amid an increasingly testy atmosphere at the Coliseum, the Ducks found an inspired counter. And they might have just leveled the…

Liberty looking to make playoff ‘history’ after up-and-down regular season

MINNEAPOLIS — First-year head coach Chris DeMarco was well aware of the high expectations when he took the Liberty job.  At his introductory press conference in December, he embraced the pressure.  “If you ever played any sport and you’re competitive,” he said, “this is what you want.”  Nine months later,…

Veteran doctor reveals how faith can help patients

Dr. Marc Siegel, physician and Fox News senior medical analyst, explores the intersection of spirituality, clinical treatment and unexplained medical recoveries in his new book, “The Angels Among Us.” Examining how faith, human empathy and modern medicine converge during health crises, the book draws on medical research, historical cases and…

Aaron Glenn’s Detroit return comes with an important Jets mission

DETROIT — The Jets and Lions do not play too often, but this is a matchup filled with familiarity for the two head coaches.  Jets coach Aaron Glenn and Lions coach Dan Campbell both played at Texas A&M and were teammates with the Cowboys before coaching together on Sean Payton’s…

Connor Hellebuyck suspended by Jets as trade drama takes new twist

Connor Hellebuyck was suspended by the Jets in the latest salvo between the star goaltender and the NHL club.  Hellebuyck did not report to training camp this week, which triggered the suspension that was announced on Wednesday and is expected to be addressed by Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff on…

Liberty won’t be making execuses as important stretch run kicks into gear

The FIBA Women’s World Cup break gave the Liberty little time to catch their breath. With more players competing in the tournament than any other WNBA team, the Liberty could have plenty of reasons for a sluggish return later this week. Sabrina Ionescu isn’t interested in hearing them. Right now,…

House votes to hold ex-Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt

WASHINGTON — The US House of Representatives voted to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress on Wednesday after the ex-hedge fund manager and associate of Jeffrey Epstein ignored subpoenas for further testimony and information. The House passed the contempt resolution by unanimous consent after it had advanced out of…

Aaron Donald is a problem the Giants can’t overlook

A 35-year-old Rams defensive tackle who hasn’t played the past two seasons will be making his comeback Monday night against the Giants.  It is a big deal for this reason:  His name is Aaron Donald.  And that’s who the Giants will be expecting. 

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