President Donald Trump welcomed Kid Rock to the White House on Monday to sign an executive order aimed at tackling ticket scalping, a major issue for concertgoers nationwide. Known for his unapologetic patriotism and love for America, Kid Rock, clad in a red bedazzled suit featuring the American flag and a signature straw fedora, shared his thoughts on how concert tickets have become a money-making scheme for middlemen, leaving fans paying far more than they should.
The new executive order is designed to fight what Trump and Kid Rock call “price-gouging” by scalpers, a practice that has long been frustrating for concertgoers who are forced to pay inflated prices for tickets. The order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to ensure that ticket scalpers who charge above face value comply with all IRS rules, holding them accountable for any unlawful actions.
Trump’s administration also took the step of ordering the Federal Trade Commission to enforce "price transparency" and curb anti-competitive conduct within the secondary ticketing market. The goal is to restore fairness to the ticket-purchase process and ensure that the real value of tickets, not the inflated prices set by scalpers, reaches the people who support artists and entertainers.
This executive order is more than just a policy move; it represents a victory for fans who have been victimized by the inflated ticket prices that dominate the market. The partnership between Trump and Kid Rock, two figures who continue to challenge the political status quo, is a clear indication that they will continue to stand up for the American people and fight against those who exploit hard-working citizens.
