President Trump Takes Bold Action to Protect American Concertgoers from Skyrocketing Ticket Prices
President Donald J. Trump is once again putting the American people first with a powerful new Executive Order aimed at protecting fans from out-of-control ticket prices, junk fees, and the shady resale market.
Standing in the Oval Office with legendary musician Kid Rock, President Trump declared that it’s time to restore fairness, transparency, and accountability in the live entertainment industry.
“Fans shouldn’t have to pay insane prices just to enjoy a concert with their family,” Trump said. “This is about protecting the American people.”
Why Ticket Prices Have Gone Through the Roof
Americans across the country have grown increasingly frustrated with sky-high ticket prices—especially during events like Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour, where millions were shut out.
In 2023, Swift’s tour made headlines as the highest-grossing tour in music history, but it also revealed just how broken the system had become. Fans faced hours-long online queues, system crashes, and surprise fees—thanks in large part to Ticketmaster’s failure to prepare for demand and its reliance on faulty tech infrastructure.
Even Swift herself admitted that her team had repeatedly warned Ticketmaster, only to be reassured falsely. The result? Massive backlash, congressional scrutiny, and widespread public outrage.
What Trump’s Executive Order Actually Does
President Trump’s common-sense reform introduces three powerful changes designed to protect seniors, families, and everyday Americans from digital scalping schemes:
🔒 1. Cracks Down on Bots and Ticket Scalping
The order instructs the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission to aggressively enforce the BOTS Act, targeting automated software that scoops up thousands of tickets in seconds.
💵 2. Requires Upfront Price Transparency
No more hidden junk fees. Sellers must now disclose full pricing, including fees, before checkout—restoring honesty in the marketplace.
🧾 3. Tightens Oversight on Resale Profits
Under the new order, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi are tasked with ensuring that resellers comply with IRS reporting and tax laws, holding greedy middlemen accountable.
Kid Rock Backs Trump: “A Great First Step”
Kid Rock, a proud Trump ally, praised the move:
“No matter where you stand politically, everyone knows the ticketing system is broken. This is a great first step to fixing it.”
He’s not wrong. In the last 20 years, fans have been nickel-and-dimed by powerful corporations that profit while average Americans get priced out.
Not Just About Taylor Swift: This Is a Global Problem
Ticketmaster isn’t just frustrating Americans. In 2024, the Oasis reunion tour in the UK triggered international backlash after similar problems—crashes, scalpers, and fans left furious.
Even foreign governments are now consulting on how to regulate live ticket sales. But here in America, President Trump is leading the way.
Trump: “Biden Did Nothing for Artists or Fans”
President Trump reminded the public of his long history supporting musicians and fans. On Truth Social, he posted:
“I was the one who got the Music Modernization Act passed—something that helped Taylor Swift and countless other musicians. Biden didn’t lift a finger, and he never will. If she backs Crooked Joe, she can’t seriously claim to stand with her fans.”
Trump’s America First agenda continues to focus on delivering real results for real people—not the corrupt elites or corporate monopolies.
Live Nation Responds to Trump Order
Even Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, admitted that bots and scalpers are a major problem, stating:
“We thank President Trump for taking them head-on. We support meaningful resale reforms—including stronger enforcement and price caps.”
What This Means for You
While this executive order won’t solve everything overnight, it’s a strong first move to give control back to consumers—and to push back against Big Tech and corporate greed.
For millions of older Americans, retirees, and working families, fair ticket access means more than entertainment—it’s about restoring trust in the system.
✅ Takeaways: What Trump’s Ticket Reform Does for You
- 🚫 Stops bots from stealing ticket inventory
- 💵 Forces sellers to show full pricing with no hidden fees
- 📜 Makes resellers follow IRS and DOJ rules
- 🇺🇸 Holds Big Tech and corporate elites accountable
Final Thoughts: Trump Fights for the Forgotten Fan
President Trump’s latest move shows he’s still the only leader willing to take on the entrenched powers of Big Tech, Wall Street, and corporate media—all while delivering wins for the American people.
As the 2024 election draws closer, this executive order reminds voters who’s really fighting for them—and who’s just talking.