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Trump spoke with Live Nation CEO shortly before surprise Justice Department settlement, court filing reveals
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
By Kara Scannell, CNN
(CNN) — Live Nation’s chief executive spoke with President Donald Trump less than a month before the ticketing and events giant reached a surprise antitrust settlement with the Justice Department that consumer advocate groups have largely panned.
The highly-unusual conve...
Key takeaway The highly-unusual conversation between Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino and the president was disclosed in a court filing on Monday.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents who have attended concerts and events at local venues may be wondering how the surprise Justice Department settlement with Live Nation will affect them. The settlement, which was reached after a conversation between Live Nation's CEO and President Trump, has been criticized by consumer advocate groups. As the largest ticketing and events company in the country, Live Nation has a significant presence in El Paso, and any changes to its business practices could impact the local entertainment scene. With the jury's verdict that Live Nation acted as a monopoly and overcharged fans, El Pasoans may be hoping that the settlement will lead to more competitive pricing and better services for concertgoers. The involvement of the White House counsel's office in finalizing the settlement also raises questions about the role of politics in shaping the local entertainment industry.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Kara Scannell, CNN
(CNN) — Live Nation’s chief executive spoke with President Donald Trump less than a month before the ticketing and events giant reached a surprise antitrust settlement with the Justice Department that consumer advocate groups have largely panned.
The highly-unusual conve...
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