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Senators Demand Action Against Ticketmaster's Fee Increases Amid Monopoly Concerns

4/3/2026

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Senators criticized Ticketmaster for raising fees after a crackdown on hidden charges.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) mandated all-in pricing with upfront disclosure.
Documents show Ticketmaster raised other fees instead.
An ongoing federal trial examines whether Ticketmaster operates as an illegal monopoly.
Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Elizabeth Warren called for enforcement and for breaking up Ticketmaster to protect consumers.

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Story summary

Senators criticized Ticketmaster for raising fees after a crackdown on hidden charges.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) mandated all-in pricing with upfront disclosure.
Documents show Ticketmaster raised other fees instead.
An ongoing federal trial examines whether Ticketmaster operates as an illegal monopoly.
Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Elizabeth Warren called for enforcement and for breaking up Ticketmaster to protect consumers.