States — including Ohio — win monopoly suit against Live Nation, Ticketmaster

By: Marty Schladen

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: April 20, 2026

Words: 647

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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A New York jury on Wednesday sided with 34 state attorneys general, including Ohio’s Dave Yost, ruling that entertainment giant Live Nation abused fans and artists by engaging in monopolistic practices.

The win comes after the Trump Justice Department and six states quit the case a week into the trial. It agreed to a settlement that critics said was a giveaway to Live Nation.

Despite the settlement, 34 state attorneys general fought on.

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