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Springsteen Critiques Trump Amid Protests at AFI Gala

10/24/2025

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Bruce Springsteen, the musician, addressed the audience at the American Film Institute’s Opening Night Gala on October 22, 2025, amid protests against U.S. President Donald Trump.
He described his song "Land of Hope and Dreams" as a prayer for America, our community and no kings.
Springsteen reiterated his commitment to critique the Trump administration and recalled past confrontations calling the leadership corrupt and treasonous.

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Bruce Springsteen, the musician, addressed the audience at the American Film Institute’s Opening Night Gala on October 22, 2025, amid protests against U.S. President Donald Trump.
He described his song "Land of Hope and Dreams" as a prayer for America, our community and no kings.
Springsteen reiterated his commitment to critique the Trump administration and recalled past confrontations calling the leadership corrupt and treasonous.