Live Nation hired Trump lawyer amid DOJ antitrust talks
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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.
Live Nation retained Donald Trump's personal lawyer, James McDonald, as it attempted to persuade the US Department of Justice to settle an antitrust lawsuit. The Wall Street Journal's report details the White House's alleged involvement in pressuring the DOJ to resolve the litigation against the live music giant.
This revelation sheds light on the high-level legal and political maneuvering involved in the antitrust case. The engagement of the President's personal attorney suggests a significant effort by Live Nation to influence the outcome of the legal proceedings. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.