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Trump Urges Boycott of Bruce Springsteen Concerts After Minneapolis Broadside

The call turns a protest-focused tour into a test of how the president uses Truth Social to rally his base.

Overview

  • In a Truth Social post, President Trump insulted Bruce Springsteen and told supporters to boycott what he called the singer’s overpriced and bad shows.
  • The post followed Springsteen’s tour kickoff in Minneapolis, where he denounced Trump and performed “Streets of Minneapolis,” a tribute to Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed by federal immigration agents.
  • Springsteen’s Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour is booked for roughly 20 U.S. cities through May 27, with tickets ranging from about $150 to more than $2,000.
  • A boycott push could lower demand for high-priced seats and merchandise, which may affect venues, security planning, and how promoters market the remaining dates.
  • Coverage also notes Trump plans to mark his 80th birthday with MMA fights on the White House lawn, highlighting dueling public spectacles around politics and culture.