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Kid Rock’s White House Outfit Overshadows Trump’s Executive Order on Ticket Scalping

The musician’s flamboyant attire at the Oval Office drew widespread reactions, eclipsing the policy aimed at combating unfair ticketing practices.

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Bill Maher visits The Megyn Kelly Show at the SiriusXM Studios on May 20, 2024 in New York City.
Donald Trump holds an executive order related to the U.S. live entertainment ticketing industry, next to Kid Rock, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Overview

  • President Trump signed an executive order targeting ticket scalping and price-gouging, directing federal agencies to enforce tax and competition laws in the live entertainment industry.
  • Kid Rock, a vocal Trump supporter, attended the signing in a red, white, and blue jumpsuit featuring an American flag motif and eagles, which became the focus of public discourse.
  • Social media users criticized perceived double standards, comparing Kid Rock's attire to the backlash faced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for not wearing a suit during a previous Oval Office visit.
  • The executive order builds on frustrations over ticketing issues, such as those highlighted during Taylor Swift's 2022 Eras Tour, and aims to improve price transparency and curb bot-driven scalping.
  • Kid Rock expressed support for the policy, emphasizing its importance for fans and artists, while President Trump joked about wearing the musician's outfit for an upcoming event.