The Comedy Central show certainly is a key asset for Paramount. But it has emerged this summer as one of the most scathing critics of President Trump on US television, raising concerns about whether Paramount has the stomach for the political headaches that could follow.

After closing the $8 billion merger, mogul David Ellison holds court with the press — and the first question is about President Trump.

Now that Paramount has a new CEO, there's speculation about where the beloved Comedy Central show South Park will land after the Trump administration approved the media company's merger