Industry Sep 3, 2026
Live Nation Hired Trump Lawyer Amid DOJ Antitrust Case
In short
The Wall Street Journal has published a report into the role of Donald Trump and the White House in pressuring the US Department Of Justice to settle its antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation.
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Live Nation engaged Donald Trump's personal lawyer, James McDonald, to work on its antitrust litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice. This move occurred as the company sought to persuade the DOJ to settle the case. The Wall Street Journal reported on the involvement of Trump and the White House in pressuring the DOJ regarding this settlement. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.