Neil Young Defies Trump Amid Celebrity Feud, Cites Re-Entry Concerns

Neil Young has publicly criticized President Donald Trump, aligning himself with Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift amid Trump's attacks on these musicians for their political stances. Young condemned Trump for focusing on celebrity critics rather than pressing national issues, accusing him of shutting down FEMA and failing to address America's problems. Young also expressed concern that his own outspoken criticism of Trump could result in being barred from re-entering the U.S. after overseas tours, highlighting what he views as threats to freedom of expression. Trump has retaliated against Springsteen and other artists by disparaging their work and calling for investigations into their endorsements of Kamala Harris. Springsteen has remained vocal against Trump, labeling his administration as corrupt and incompetent, and Young's statements reinforce a broader resistance within the music community. The feud underscores ongoing tensions between Trump and prominent entertainers who oppose his presidency, with Young urging Trump to focus on governing rather than attacking artists.