The head of the Justice Department’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division during President Trump’s first term, Makan Delrahim, joined Paramount Global on Thursday after the company merged with rival Skydance two months ago.

Delrahim will serve as the company's chief legal officer, beginning on Oct. 6, and will oversee all “legal, regulatory, compliance and public policy matters,” including oversight of Paramount's government relations team.

"We're thrilled to welcome Makan to the Paramount leadership team. His longstanding collaboration with the Skydance team gives him a unique perspective and provides a strong foundation for our work together as we pursue our vision for the future of Paramount,” Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison said in a statement.

“Makan brings a strategic mindset and a stron

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