Overview
- At the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, Bruce Springsteen told the crowd the country is in the hands of a "corrupt, incompetent, racist, reckless and treasonous administration" and urged choosing hope over fear and democracy over authoritarianism.
- President Donald Trump responded on Truth Social by mocking Springsteen’s appearance, calling him a "total loser," and urging supporters to boycott his concerts.
- Leaders of the American Federation of Musicians Locals 802 and 47 condemned the president’s personal attacks and defended Springsteen’s right to speak from the stage.
- The Land of Hope and Dreams tour opened in Minneapolis with overt protest themes, and Springsteen has billed the run as a defense of American ideals.
- The 20-city U.S. tour continues through May 27 in Washington, D.C., keeping the clash over politics and free expression in front of large audiences.