Industry Aug 29, 2026
Live Nation hired Trump lawyer amid DOJ probe
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 hired Donald Trump's personal lawyer, James McDonald, as the company sought to persuade the U.S. Department of Justice to settle an antitrust lawsuit. This move is detailed in a report by The Wall Street Journal concerning the White House's alleged role in pressuring the DOJ.
The report investigates the extent of the influence exerted by Trump and his administration in the U.S. Department of Justice's handling of the litigation against Live Nation. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.