Trump Calls for MAGA Boycott of Springsteen's 'Overpriced' Concerts

The former president lashed out at the rock star for his criticism of the Trump administration.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:15pm by Ben Kaplan

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Former President Donald Trump has responded to Bruce Springsteen's criticism of his administration, calling the rock star a "bad, and very boring singer" who looks like a "dried up prune" and has a "horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome." Trump is now calling for his MAGA supporters to boycott Springsteen's "overpriced" concerts, which he claims "suck."

Why it matters

This exchange highlights the ongoing political divisions in the country, with Trump continuing to lash out at high-profile critics even after leaving office. Springsteen's comments during his tour kickoff show reflect the views of many who strongly opposed the former president, while Trump's response demonstrates his unwillingness to let go of perceived slights against him.

The details

During the opening night of his Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour in Minneapolis, Springsteen criticized the "corrupt, incompetent, racist, reckless and treasonous administration" currently in power, urging the audience to choose "hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unbridled corruption, resistance over complacency, unity over division, and peace over war." Trump fired back on social media, insulting Springsteen's appearance and calling for a boycott of his "overpriced" concerts, which the former president claims "suck."

  • Springsteen made his comments during the opening night of his tour on March 31, 2026.
  • Trump responded to Springsteen on social media on April 2, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States, who has a history of feuding with high-profile critics.

Bruce Springsteen

A legendary rock musician known for his politically-charged lyrics and criticism of the Trump administration.

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What they’re saying

“Bad, and very boring singer, Bruce Springsteen, who looks like a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon, has long had a horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, sometimes referred to as TDS.”

— Donald Trump

“America is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, racist, reckless and treasonous administration. Choose hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unbridled corruption, resistance over complacency, unity over division, and peace over war.”

— Bruce Springsteen

What’s next

Springsteen's Land of Hope and Dreams American tour continues with a show in Portland, Oregon on April 4, 2026, and concludes with an outdoor concert at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. on May 27, 2026.

The takeaway

This exchange between Trump and Springsteen reflects the deep political divisions that continue to shape the national discourse, even after the former president has left office. While Springsteen's criticism of the current administration resonates with many, Trump's combative response and call for a boycott demonstrate his unwillingness to let go of perceived slights against him.