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Writers Guild Seeks NY Probe of Colbert Show’s Cancellation

The Ed Sullivan Theater, where the 'Late Show" is recorded in New York City. — The Ed Sullivan Theater, where the 'Late Show" is recorded in New York City.
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By Christopher Palmeri

July 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM UTC

The Writers Guild of America asked New York Attorney General Letitia James to investigate CBS’s decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, saying the network’s parent company may have given in to political pressure.

Paramount Global, the owner of CBS, is trying to merge with Skydance Media and needs government approval for the deal. Earlier this month, CBS paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit brought by President Donald Trump alleging media bias at the network.