Kid Rock sparks investigation after Army helicopter flyby near his mansion

WorldPolitics
31 Mar 2026 • 3:59 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Military officials are investigating after two U.S. Army helicopters were filmed hovering near musician Kid Rock's Nashville-area mansion.
  • Kid Rock, a supporter of President Donald Trump, posted a video of the incident on social media, clapping and saluting the helicopters.
  • Fort Campbell leadership, specifically the 101st Airborne Division, has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the activity.
  • A spokesman for the 101st Airborne Division stated the helicopters were on a training flight and their presence was coincidental to a 'No Kings' protest in Nashville that day.
  • The incident comes amid past accusations that the Trump administration used military assets for domestic political purposes.

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