A federal jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for antitrust violations, declaring them an illegal monopoly. The verdict follows decades of alleged bullying of venues and overcharging fans, including adding an average of 78% in fees by 2022 and double-dipping on secondary market ticket resales. The DOJ and 34 states rejected a $280 million settlement and pushed for trial. A federal judge will now determine penalties, with states pushing for a forced breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
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