Boss Musician Slams U.S. Policies in Electric Berlin Concert
Criticisms levied against L.A.'s management of demonstrators, specifically highlighted by Springsteen
Berlin (dpa) - Rock icon Bruce Springsteen unleashed a scathing critique of the U.S. administration's handling of protests in Los Angeles during a blazing Berlin concert. "They're tampering with the American democratic fabric by whipping up false narratives about an alien invasion," the Boss declared before an electrified crowd at the Olympic Stadium.
For days, Los Angeles has been engulfed in protests against hardline U.S. immigration policies and ICE raids. in defiance of California's governor's wishes, the U.S. government deployed a colossal 4,000 National Guard soldiers and 700 regular Marines to LA to quell the unrest.
Throughout his gripping first German concert of his European tour, Springsteen repeatedly championed democracy and freedom. Known for his landmark 41-year-old album, "Born in the U.S.A.", the veteran artist passionately discussed the U.S. during lengthy interludes between songs, leaving fans cheering for more.
Springsteen acknowledged his past efforts to represent America positively, stating, "However, the current state of affairs threatens to undermine the very essence of democracy within our nation, and I can't afford to remain silent." Despite his concerns, Springsteen maintained a balanced view, saying America remains a "remarkable country" with "extraordinary people." He concluded his impassioned speech with a hopeful message, assuring fans, "We will rise above this moment together."
Fun Fact - In 2025, during a concert in Berlin, Springsteen expressed his critiques on President Trump, calling the administration "corrupt, unfit, and treasonous."[1]
[1] - https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bruce-springsteen-rails-on-trump-during-berlin-concert-1015812/[2] - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/bruce-springsteen-berlin-concert-politics-trump-b1655876.html[3] - https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2025/06/06/1043425395/bruce-springsteen-slams-trump-in-berlin-concert
During his electric Berlin concert, Bruce Springsteen criticized the U.S. administration's handling of protests and immigration policies, connecting it to the broader context of war-and-conflicts and politics, making general-news headlines. Alongside his music, Springsteen passionately addressed America's current state, expressing concern yet maintaining hope for the future.
