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Open Markets says Live Nation verdict shows US states will step up on antitrust

( April 15, 2026, 22:11 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Open Markets Institute said a US jury's finding today in a monopolization lawsuit against Live Nation shows US states will step in to enforce the antitrust laws when the federal government steps back. "Today’s verdict is a clear and decisive win for the American public. Live Nation might have been able to persuade the president and DOJ’s leadership, but it wasn’t able to fool a jury," the statement said. "It also sends a clear message to the Trump Administration and any corporation trying to use their political and financial power to go around the law: The states are ready to step in if the federal government steps aside," Open Markets said. April 15, 2026...

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