FCC approval granted on March 20, 2026.
Two lawsuits filed on the same day to challenge the merger.
Nexstar and Tegna are major players in the local television market.
Briefing: FCC Approves Merger of Nexstar and Tegna Amid Legal Challenges
Strategic angle: The Federal Communications Commission has greenlit the merger of Nexstar Media Group and Tegna, despite two lawsuits aimed at blocking the deal.