Verizon-Alltel deal cleared by FTC

Cellular News is reporting that the Federal Trade Commission has removed the last hurdle for Verizon Wireless to purchase Alltel Corporation. While competitors may claim to have more bars, the purchase will create the nation's largest wireless carrier.

Having cleared the FTC and U.S. Justice Department

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