In a bizarre twist that feels more like a tabloid headline than a political update, Bruce Springsteen and President Donald Trump are once again butting heads—this time with viral memes and heated insults flying from both sides.
The legendary rock star and the controversial political figure are turning their long-running feud into a full-blown spectacle, and it’s all unfolding right in front of the internet.
Springsteen Slams Trump On Stage in Manchester
It all reignited last week when Springsteen, now 75, didn’t hold back during his Manchester, England concert.
While performing for thousands of fans, he called Trump an “unfit president” and described his leadership as “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous.”
The Boss has never shied away from sharing his political views, but this time, it clearly struck a nerve.
Trump Hits Back With Online Insults and a Fake Video
Trump, 78, wasted no time firing back. He took to his social media platform, Truth Social, and unleashed a scathing message, calling Springsteen “a dried out prune of a rocker” and “a pushy, obnoxious JERK.” But he didn’t stop there.
Things escalated even further when Trump posted a digitally altered video showing himself swinging a golf club—followed by a clip of Springsteen falling backward on stage.
The edit made it look like the golf ball hit Springsteen in the back, sending him tumbling.
The video, though clearly fake, spread quickly across social media and added even more heat to the already fiery back-and-forth.
Springsteen Doubles Down With a Freedom of Speech Message
Despite the mockery, Springsteen didn’t waver. At another show in Manchester just days later, he doubled down on his criticisms.
“In my home, they’re persecuting people for their right to free speech and voicing their dissent,” he told the crowd, drawing loud applause.
The rock legend made it clear that he wasn’t going to be intimidated by political jabs.
Trump Accuses Celebrities of Illegal Campaign Contributions
Trump didn’t just stop with Springsteen. In a 2 a.m. post, he took aim at other high-profile stars like Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and even U2 frontman Bono.
He accused them all—without evidence—of accepting “illegal campaign contributions” for supporting Kamala Harris during her 2024 campaign.
In all caps, he questioned: “HOW MUCH DID KAMALA HARRIS PAY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN FOR HIS POOR PERFORMANCE DURING HER CAMPAIGN FOR PRESIDENT?” He promised a full investigation into the so-called “spending,” but so far, hasn’t provided any proof.
Musicians Union Fires Back in Support of Springsteen and Swift
Following the latest attack, the American Federation of Musicians stepped in to defend not only Springsteen but also Taylor Swift—another artist Trump has repeatedly targeted.
In a strong statement, the union declared:
“Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift are not just brilliant musicians — they are role models and inspirations to millions… Musicians have the right to freedom of expression, and we stand in solidarity with all our members.”
Their message was clear: they’re not staying silent while artists are personally singled out by the President.
Trump’s Ongoing Criticism of Taylor Swift
This isn’t the first time Trump has gone after Swift. In a previous post, he took a jab at her appearance and popularity, writing:
“Has anyone noticed that, since I said ‘I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,’ she’s no longer ‘HOT’?”
It was yet another example of the president turning celebrity criticism into personal attacks, and this time, the music community is pushing back hard.