AT&T Deal Troubles States

Several state attorneys general raised concerns about AT&T's planned acquisition of T-Mobile USA from Deutsche Telekom AG. New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman said he will put AT&T's proposed deal under a "thorough review" for any potential impact on the state's wireless competition. Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen also weighed in, saying the proposed merger "clearly raises concerns." Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson said she would also review the deal. Based on past telecommunications deals, other state attorneys general are likely to weigh in and influence the outcome.