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Springsteen Slams Trump at Concert; Trump Fires Back

5/23/2025

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During a lively concert in Manchester, Bruce Springsteen unleashed his disdain for Donald Trump, branding his administration as "corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous." In a swift comeback on Truth Social, Trump mocked Springsteen, calling him a "dried out prune" and sharing a manipulated video of the rock legend stumbling on stage. The tension intensified as Trump alleged that Springsteen had accepted illegal campaign donations.

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During a lively concert in Manchester, Bruce Springsteen unleashed his disdain for Donald Trump, branding his administration as "corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous." In a swift comeback on Truth Social, Trump mocked Springsteen, calling him a "dried out prune" and sharing a manipulated video of the rock legend stumbling on stage. The tension intensified as Trump alleged that Springsteen had accepted illegal campaign donations.