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Springsteen-Trump Feud Escalates with Digital Releases and Canceled Tribute Band Gig

Bruce Springsteen's anti-Trump speeches and digital releases intensify tensions, while a New Jersey tribute band faces fallout from the rocker's remarks.

Bruce Springsteen performs during the first night of his 'The Land of Hopes and Dreams' tour at Co-op Live on May 14, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Shirlaine Forrest/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Bruce Springsteen released digital downloads of his live anti-Trump speeches, recorded during his Manchester concert, amplifying his criticisms of the administration.
  • President Donald Trump retaliated with a golf meme targeting Springsteen and renewed calls for investigations into alleged illegal celebrity campaign contributions.
  • A Bruce Springsteen tribute band, No Surrender, had a New Jersey gig canceled due to concerns over polarized reactions to Springsteen's political comments.
  • The American Federation of Musicians issued a statement defending artists' rights to free expression following Trump's attacks on Springsteen and other celebrities.
  • The feud underscores broader cultural and political divides, as Springsteen continues to use his platform to critique Trump’s administration during his European tour.