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Economic Times
9 hours ago
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- Economic Times
Bruce Springsteen vs Donald Trump: All recent controversial statements where musician criticizes US President
Donald Trump and Bruce Springsteen Veteran musician Bruce Springsteen has continued his criticism of Donald Trump's leadership. In recent interviews and concerts, Springsteen addressed political concerns, including immigration and democratic values. His remarks have sparked a response from Trump, who also attacked Springsteen on social an interview with The New York Times published on June 18, Springsteen shared his views on the political state of the United States. He spoke about his ongoing 'Land of Hope & Dreams Tour,' during which he includes songs and speeches that reflect the current social and political situation. Springsteen described the present US condition as an 'American tragedy.' He blamed industrial decline and income inequality for leaving many people behind. He said these conditions created space for a political figure like Trump to gain said that the events of the recent months under Trump's second term were once thought to be impossible in the US. He said Americans used to believe these events 'can't happen here,' but now they are happening. Also Read: Supreme Court Key Rulings: All details about birthright citizenship, Obamacare task force, LGBTQ school books Springsteen has been a critic of Trump for years. He supported Kamala Harris during the 2024 election. In a past interview with The Atlantic, he called Trump a threat to a May concert in Manchester, Springsteen described Trump's government as 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous.' Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Springsteen 'overrated' and saying he 'never liked his music.' Trump also insulted Springsteen personally and told him to 'keep his mouth shut.'Springsteen was not affected by the insults. He continued to speak out during his shows. In late May, he released an EP with a recording of the Manchester speech that upset Trump. At his concerts, Springsteen addresses current events between songs. He mentions immigration raids, policy decisions and public health topics. These speeches are captioned in local languages during international shows. In his NYT interview, Springsteen criticized recent immigration raids by ICE. He pointed to Freehold, New Jersey, his hometown, where a large migrant population lives. He said migrant communities have changed towns across the US. He called the current immigration actions a tragedy and said they are harmful to the country. Also Read: Squid Game Season 3 Ending: Who is Front Man and who wins the game? Here's new twist in last episode During a concert in Berlin, Springsteen spoke to thousands of fans at a historic stadium. He asked the audience to support democracy and resist authoritarianism. The speech followed a similar tone as his earlier said the US is being led by a government that does not understand what it means to be truly American. He urged Americans to speak out and defend the country's democratic posted a video on social media that appeared to show him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball. He also called for an investigation into Springsteen, Beyoncé, and other celebrities. Trump claimed they were paid to support Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Why did Bruce Springsteen criticize Donald Trump? Springsteen criticized Trump over his leadership, immigration policies, and threats to democratic values, expressing these concerns in public speeches and interviews during his ongoing tour. How did Donald Trump respond to Bruce Springsteen's comments? Trump insulted Springsteen on social media, calling him overrated and demanding an investigation into his political support for Kamala Harris, media reports said.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bruce Springsteen vs Donald Trump: All recent controversial statements where musician criticizes US President
Veteran musician Bruce Springsteen has continued his criticism of Donald Trump 's leadership. In recent interviews and concerts, Springsteen addressed political concerns, including immigration and democratic values. His remarks have sparked a response from Trump, who also attacked Springsteen on social media. Springsteen Speaks Out During Interview In an interview with The New York Times published on June 18, Springsteen shared his views on the political state of the United States. He spoke about his ongoing 'Land of Hope & Dreams Tour,' during which he includes songs and speeches that reflect the current social and political situation. Springsteen described the present US condition as an 'American tragedy.' He blamed industrial decline and income inequality for leaving many people behind. He said these conditions created space for a political figure like Trump to gain support. Comments on Trump's Second Term Springsteen said that the events of the recent months under Trump's second term were once thought to be impossible in the US. He said Americans used to believe these events 'can't happen here,' but now they are happening. Also Read: Supreme Court Key Rulings: All details about birthright citizenship, Obamacare task force, LGBTQ school books Live Events Ongoing Public Criticism by Springsteen Springsteen has been a critic of Trump for years. He supported Kamala Harris during the 2024 election. In a past interview with The Atlantic, he called Trump a threat to democracy. During a May concert in Manchester, Springsteen described Trump's government as 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous.' Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Springsteen 'overrated' and saying he 'never liked his music.' Trump also insulted Springsteen personally and told him to 'keep his mouth shut.' Concert Speeches and EP Release Springsteen was not affected by the insults. He continued to speak out during his shows. In late May, he released an EP with a recording of the Manchester speech that upset Trump. At his concerts, Springsteen addresses current events between songs. He mentions immigration raids , policy decisions and public health topics. These speeches are captioned in local languages during international shows. Views on Immigration Policies In his NYT interview, Springsteen criticized recent immigration raids by ICE. He pointed to Freehold, New Jersey, his hometown, where a large migrant population lives. He said migrant communities have changed towns across the US. He called the current immigration actions a tragedy and said they are harmful to the country. Also Read: Squid Game Season 3 Ending: Who is Front Man and who wins the game? Here's new twist in last episode Statements in Berlin Concert During a concert in Berlin, Springsteen spoke to thousands of fans at a historic stadium. He asked the audience to support democracy and resist authoritarianism. The speech followed a similar tone as his earlier statements. Springsteen said the US is being led by a government that does not understand what it means to be truly American. He urged Americans to speak out and defend the country's democratic foundation. Trump's Online Response and Allegations Trump posted a video on social media that appeared to show him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball. He also called for an investigation into Springsteen, Beyoncé, and other celebrities. Trump claimed they were paid to support Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. FAQs Why did Bruce Springsteen criticize Donald Trump? Springsteen criticized Trump over his leadership, immigration policies, and threats to democratic values, expressing these concerns in public speeches and interviews during his ongoing tour. How did Donald Trump respond to Bruce Springsteen's comments? Trump insulted Springsteen on social media, calling him overrated and demanding an investigation into his political support for Kamala Harris, media reports said.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Eric Church Defends Bruce Springsteen After President Trump Remarks, Says Political Parties Are ‘Total Bulls–t'
When Bruce Springsteen put the Donald Trump administration on blast at a concert in Manchester a few weeks ago, Eric Church was in the crowd. And in a new interview, the country star shared what he really thought of the moment that sparked a social media rampage led by the president against one of the country star's musical heroes. Speaking to Rolling Stone in an open-ended interview published Friday (June 6), Church made it clear that he thinks Springsteen — who made headlines for calling the White House 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous' at his kickoff Land of Hope & Dreams Tour show in May — has the right 'to say and do what he wants.' More from Billboard Bruce Springsteen Drops 'Land of Hope & Dreams' EP Featuring Speech That Set Off President Trump The Weeknd Wanders Through Purgatory in 'Baptized in Fear' Music Video Miley Cyrus Says Madonna 'Was Down' to Mud Wrestle in a '4x4' Music Video, But Her Label Said No 'I respect the hell out of somebody having the balls to do something like that,' he told the publication. 'If you're Bruce Springsteen, at 75 years old, if that's what floats your boat, then you should do that. I was just ready to hear 'Chimes of Freedom.'' Regardless of whether you agree with Springsteen's comments, Church — who in 2011 paid tribute to the New Jersey rocker on Billboard Hot 100 No. 19 hit 'Springsteen' — added that he thinks the passion behind the moment only elevated the show itself. 'You could tell he wanted to get something off his chest,' said the 'Heart on Fire' artist. 'It added a little more, whatever that was … angst … and the show was fantastic. Best Springsteen show I've seen.' The topic of the E Street bandleader's viral speech came up as Church was discussing his thoughts on America's political landscape, which has been more fraught than ever since Trump returned to office in January. Following the Manchester show, the twice-impeached POTUS ranted on Truth Social that Springsteen was 'highly overrated,' 'dumb as a rock' and a 'dried out 'prune' of a rocker,' later lobbing long-debunked accusations that the 'Born in the U.S.A.' musician had participated in an 'illegal election scam' for Kamala Harris. Meanwhile, Americans' satisfaction with the economy under Trump has been dropping, while many people have been calling out the president's administration for working to slash funding for programs supporting reproductive healthcare, LGBTQ rights and more. But as the divide between Democrats and Republicans deepens, Church told Rolling Stone that he thinks pledging unconditional allegiance to any one political party is 'total bulls–t.' 'I have a problem with the political system where I believe things on both sides, but if I have to pick a party, it means that I can't believe some of those things,' he told the publication. 'If I'm a Republican or I'm a Democrat, I have to be all Republican or all Democrat, and there's no way those guys and girls believe that. There's no f–king way.' Even so, Church doesn't want to label himself as an 'independent. 'It sounds like I can't make up my mind,' he said. 'I bristle at that. But if you look at how broad these issues and topics are, I think there's a small percentage of Americans that truly believe in 100 percent of a party's platform. Most Americans go back and forth. I change my mind all the damn time.' The interview comes about a month after the release of Church's new album, Evangeline vs. the Machine, which debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard 200 in May. The North Carolina native also recently appeared on Morgan Wallen's chart-topping new album, I'm the Problem, guesting on the song 'Number 3 and Number 7,' which entered at No. 52 on the Hot 100 and No. 27 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
