The flight crews who conducted a controversial flyby past Kid Rock's Nashville home have been cleared by United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, following an investigation by the U.S. Army into the incident. The incident occurred during a protest against the Trump administration, which was held in downtown Nashville. Despite the cost to taxpayers and the optics, the timing of the flyby went viral. The Army's 101st Airborne Division emphasized the strict safety standards, professionalism, and established flight regulations. The singer, who supports President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement, dismissed the investigation, suggesting that the pilots have nothing to worry about.