AT&T, T-Mobile End DEI Programs for Spectrum Deals

AT&T, in a strategic move, has decided to discontinue its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs to secure approval for a $1.02 billion wireless spectrum asset purchase. This decision aligns with a broader trend in the industry, as T-Mobile US and Verizon Communications have also ended their DEI programs to facilitate major deals. The FCC, under the current administration, has been mandating the end of DEI programs as a condition for approving large transactions, marking a significant shift in the telecommunications industry.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.