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Politico Sold to German Publishing House for Reported $1 Billion

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Axel Springer’s purchase of Politico from owner Robert Allbritton is one of the most expensive media mergers of all time.

Rachel Olding
Rachel Olding 

Senior Breaking News Editor

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Rachel Olding

Rachel Olding

Senior Breaking News Editor

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