Federal Judge Allows Taylor Swift Fans’ Antitrust Lawsuit Against Ticketmaster to Move Forward

News Blend 360 - Hundreds of Taylor Swift fans scored a major legal victory this week after a federal judge ruled that their revised antitrust claims against Ticketmaster are strong enough to proceed. The lawsuit, which stems from the chaotic 2022 Eras Tour presale, alleges that Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation abused their market dominance—shutting out competitors, mishandling the presale, and ultimately failing fans.

The case focuses on the now-infamous ticketing meltdown: website crashes, bot invasions, hours-long queues, and countless fans unable to purchase tickets despite having verified presale codes. Swifties argue that Ticketmaster’s alleged monopoly created an environment where the company faced little pressure to innovate, invest in better infrastructure, or offer fairer alternatives.

While the judge did dismiss certain contract and fraud claims, the heart of the case—the antitrust allegations—has been cleared to enter discovery, marking a significant step forward for fans seeking accountability. Legal experts say this phase will force Live Nation and Ticketmaster to turn over internal documents, emails, and data that could reshape the future of ticketing in the U.S.

This development also arrives as the U.S. Department of Justice intensifies its broader antitrust push, including efforts to break up what it views as Live Nation/Ticketmaster’s excessive control over the live entertainment industry.

With the case now moving ahead, Swifties are one step closer to their day in court—and potentially, a major shift in how major tours are ticketed.

Tap the link in our bio for a full breakdown of the ruling, what happens next, and how this case fits into the DOJ’s growing challenge to Live Nation and Ticketmaster.