Posted 4/16/2024, 2:40:00 AM
Justice Department Preparing Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation Over Ticketmaster Dominance
- Justice Department preparing to file antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, Ticketmaster's parent company
- Ticketmaster faced backlash after online presale meltdown for Taylor Swift's 2022 tour
- Live Nation's 2010 merger with Ticketmaster was approved by Justice Dept. following antitrust probe
- Live Nation disputes accusations it is responsible for high ticket prices
- Ticket prices set by artists and venues; service fees set by venues, per Live Nation
