Fox $22 billion Roku deal faces DOJ 2nd request
Fox's massive $22 billion plan to buy Roku just hit a speed bump; on September 8, 2026, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) asked for more information as part of its antitrust review.
This "second request" means regulators still have questions about how the deal could affect competition and what it might mean for people who stream shows.
Fox CEO Murdoch promises independence
The DOJ is worried that if Fox owns both its huge content library (including Tubi) and Roku, it could give itself an unfair advantage, like pushing its own shows or ads on Roku while making things tougher for rival platforms.
Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch says both companies will stay independent if the deal goes through, but regulators are not convinced yet.
The deal is expected to close sometime in the first half of 2027.