Discussion:
Review the article"AT&T Pulls $39 Billion T-Mobile Bid on Regulatory Opposition :https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2011-12-19/at-t-pulls-39-billion-t-mobile-bid-after-regulator-opposition
In 2011, AT&T attempted a merger with T-Mobile. The Justice Department sued under the act, claiming that the merger would constitute a violation of the antitrust laws. In 2012, AT&T dropped its attempt at the acquisition.
If AT&T had merged with T-Mobile, would the merger have violated antitrust laws? Why, or why not? Do not be unduly influenced by the Justice Department's stance on the issue. Use your own analysis to reach a conclusion.