New 'Born in the USA' Video Highlights ICE Attacks on US Citizens

Filmmaker Robert Greenwald's video, approved by Bruce Springsteen, features stories of American citizens detained or killed by ICE agents.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A new music video for Bruce Springsteen's iconic song "Born in the U.S.A." has been released by filmmaker Robert Greenwald. The video features stories of American citizens who have been "attacked" or fatally shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, interspersed with Springsteen's performance footage from the 1980s and present day. Springsteen has authorized the use of his song and is featured in voiceovers criticizing the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Why it matters

The video aims to highlight the experiences of U.S. citizens who have been detained or killed by ICE, raising awareness about the agency's treatment of people perceived as immigrants despite their legal status. It comes amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and the role of federal agencies like ICE in local communities.

The details

The video includes the stories of George Retes, a 26-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran who was detained for three days, and Renee Good, a U.S. citizen and mother of three who was fatally shot in Minneapolis. Interspersed are clips of Springsteen performing "Born in the U.S.A." and voiceovers from the musician criticizing the Trump administration's immigration policies. The video encourages viewers to "engage your elected officials" on these issues.

  • The video was released on February 11, 2026.
  • Springsteen shared a clip of the video on his Instagram story on February 11, 2026.
  • Springsteen performed "Streets of Minneapolis" on January 30, 2026 at a Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota! event in Minneapolis.

The players

Robert Greenwald

A filmmaker who directed the new "Born in the U.S.A." music video.

Bruce Springsteen

A legendary musician who authorized the use of his song "Born in the U.S.A." for the video and is featured in voiceovers criticizing the Trump administration's immigration policies.

George Retes

A 26-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran who was detained by ICE for three days.

Renee Good

A U.S. citizen and mother of three who was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis.

Donald Trump

The former U.S. president whose voiceover is featured in the video, contrasting with the treatment of U.S. citizens by ICE.

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What they’re saying

“They're removing residents off America's streets and without due process and are deporting them to foreign detention centers and prisons. This is all happening now.”

— Bruce Springsteen

“These are hardened criminals. These are tough, tough people and I don't want them in our country.”

— Donald Trump

“Take a look and listen to 'Born in the U.S.A.' with visuals of U.S. citizens being attacked. Thank you to (Springsteen) for helping spread the word.”

— Robert Greenwald, Filmmaker (Social media)

What’s next

The video encourages viewers to "engage your elected officials" on the issues raised.

The takeaway

This video highlights the experiences of U.S. citizens who have been detained or killed by ICE, raising awareness about the agency's treatment of people perceived as immigrants despite their legal status. It comes amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and the role of federal agencies in local communities.