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A new LA County report warns of up to 10,000 job-years at risk if a major film/TV merger moves forward, with over 4,500 direct roles and billions in local output potentially lost. The analysis covers the entire production ecosystem, raising fears of fewer projects, role duplication, and relocation to cheaper locations — all threatening Hollywood’s workforce. Officials stress this isn’t about immediate layoffs but long-term consolidation risks, especially as the industry already faces steep job declines. Meanwhile, the merger faces legal challenges: while the DOJ approved it, California state officials have sued over antitrust concerns, delaying the deal until a March 2027 trial. In response, LA County is rolling out proactive support — job fairs, faster unemployment access, and connections to tax-credit-funded productions — to help workers weather the storm.

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