Bruce Springsteen Condemns Trump as Corrupt, Trump Retaliates

Bruce Springsteen sparked a public feud with former President Donald Trump after condemning his administration as "corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous" during a concert in Manchester, England. Springsteen urged his audience to raise their voices against authoritarianism and criticized the government for persecuting free speech and neglecting the poor and workers. Trump retaliated by calling Springsteen "highly overrated," a "dried out prune of a rocker," and a "pushy, obnoxious jerk," while also suggesting investigations into Springsteen and Beyoncé for their political endorsements. The conflict highlights the ongoing cultural and political clash between the two figures, with Springsteen standing firm in his criticisms despite Trump's harsh personal attacks. Support from groups like the American Federation of Musicians has emerged for Springsteen and other artists targeted by Trump. The feud reflects broader tensions over political expression and freedom of speech in the U.S.