California and seven other states have filed an emergency motion to block the merger of broadcasting companies Nexstar and Tegna, which would create the country's largest operator of local television stations. The move comes after the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of Justice approved the $6.2 billion deal. The states argue that the merger violates federal antitrust laws and could lead to price hikes for consumers. California Attorney General Rob Bonta accused the Trump Administration of putting corporate interests ahead of the interests of everyday Americans. The merger was approved by the FCC and Justice Department, while the Justice Department has not responded to requests for comment. The state believes the merger would result in more broadcast programming in fewer people, cut local jobs, increase cable bills, and significantly impact news and content delivery.