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Bette Midler's Protest Song Critiques Trump Ahead of Marches

3/27/2026

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Bette Midler released a new version of Woody Guthrie's protest song targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and his midterm prospects.
The lyrics criticize U.S. President Donald Trump indirectly and describe his administration's failures, including immigration issues and the war in Iran.
The release coincides with Midler's efforts to mobilize supporters for the No Kings marches on March 28.
U.S. President Donald Trump responded by calling Bette Midler a "washed-up psycho."

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Bette Midler released a new version of Woody Guthrie's protest song targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and his midterm prospects.
The lyrics criticize U.S. President Donald Trump indirectly and describe his administration's failures, including immigration issues and the war in Iran.
The release coincides with Midler's efforts to mobilize supporters for the No Kings marches on March 28.
U.S. President Donald Trump responded by calling Bette Midler a "washed-up psycho."