Military helicopter near Kid Rock's house prompts Army investigation
The US Army has launched an investigation after two military helicopters were seen flying by Kid Rock's house in Tennessee at the weekend.
The 55-year-old, who is an avid Trump supporter, took to Instagram to share a video of the aircraft hovering near his massive hillside estate.
In the clip, Kid Rock could be seen saluting a low-flying helicopter as it appeared over his home. It got extremely close to his infinity pool before flying over.
In another video, a second helicopter cruises past, prompting the musician to point at it.
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He penned on Instagram: "This is a level of respect that s*** for brains Governor of California will never know. God Bless America and all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to defend her."
Maj. Jonathan Bless, a public affairs officer for the 101st Airborne Division, confirmed to Politico that an investigation was underway and stated there was no official request for the helicopter to visit Kid Rock's residence.
Army spokesperson Maj. Montrell Russell said the investigation was to 'assess the mission and verify compliance with regulations and airspace requirements'.
"The Army is aware of a video circulating online that appears to show AH‑64 Apache helicopters operating in the vicinity of a private residence in the Nashville area," the spokesperson added in a statement to Politico.
"Army aviators must adhere to strict safety standards, professionalism, and established flight regulations."
Russell went on to say that the Army would take 'appropriate action' if it was found the helicopter violated procedure.
It comes after Kid Rock issued a brutal response to Conan O'Brien's Oscars joke surrounding his involvement in the Turning Point USA halftime show.
O'Brien said during the Oscars: "Tonight could get political, and if that makes you uncomfortable, there's an alternate Oscars being hosted by Kid Rock. It's at the Dave & Buster's down the street."
Kid Rock was quick to respond to the joke and, perhaps unsurprisingly, he wasn't a fan.
"I love a good joke, even when I am the butt of it, unfortunately this was not a very good one," the singer wrote on X.
Nonetheless, Kid Rock took the opportunity to promote his upcoming tour dates, as he added: "Either way, if you want to see a REAL good show this spring / summer that celebrates America and 250 years of Freedom - make sure you buy your tickets from (ugh) Ticketmaster for my Freedom 250 tour - The Road To Nashville. There is a reason for this, TRUST ME!"
What was the Turning Point USA halftime show?
As Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny took to the stage for the Super Bowl LX earlier this year, the late Charlie Kirk's right wing organization put on their own 'All American Halftime Show' to celebrate 'faith, family and freedom'.
This came after conservative commentators criticized the NFL for selecting a Spanish-language artist, and many perceived Turning Point USA's event as a direct protest to this decision.
Alongside Kid Rock was the likes of country singers Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett.
Callum Jones