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What the New Administration Means for the Sports Industry

January 22, 2025 – Media Mention
Forbes

Irwin Kishner, co-chair of Herrick's Sports Law Group, spoke with Forbes about what Trump's return to the White House means for the sports business and the areas that could have the greatest impact. 

“There is a sense that the new administration is going to be more business friendly than the outgoing administration,” said Irwin. “You’ll certainly hear M&A and law firms saying, ‘We’ve got to be geared up for more transactions, more M&A, more joint ventures and a more favorable business environment. I believe that translates over to the sports world as well.” The article further noted that Irwin and others said they "could foresee more consolidation efforts in media over the next four years, which could also have an effect on the sports business industry."

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