AT&T/DirecTV Merger Approved Kevin Fleming July 24, 2015 Music News, Radio Buzz, Radio News The Federal Communications Commission said Friday it has approved AT&T’s $49 billion acquisition of DirecTV , removing the companies’ biggest hurdle in their desire to create the largest U.S. pay-TV provider. The FCC’s approval was expected. On Tuesday, FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler confirmed he circulated to his fellow FCC commissioners the agency’s proposed order approving the acquisition, with AT&T and DirecTV agreeing to some conditions. Related