Rockin' the Political Stage: Bono Slams Trump with a Dose of Humor
Musician retaliates against Trump with wit - Entertainer offers wit as response to President's statements
Bono, the fiery frontman of U2, has waded into the heated clash between music legend Bruce Springsteen and former US President Donald Trump. In a candid conversation with Jimmy Kimmel, he made it clear who among the two he prefers. "There can only be one Boss in America," he said to the thundering applause in the audience.
The drama between the POTUS and The Boss erupted when Springsteen labelled Trump's administration as "corrupt, incompetent, and treacherous" at a UK concert. Trump responded through his Truth Social platform, followed by a call for an "investigation" into artists such as Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Bono, and others for supporting Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign.
Laughing Off the Heat with Wit
Bono, with his characteristic flair, turned Trump's post into a joke: "Truth Social seems like it could do with a social makeover – and quite a bit of truth!" He suspected his inclusion in Trump's list might be due to his long-standing activism.
The musician expressed particular dismay over Trump's handling of aid programs. "That's not the America we adore," Bono said. He warned, "Many conservative, religious folks who voted for Trump are quite disenchanted. There's bound to be a storm brewing."
U2, however, has always steered clear of endorsing any political candidate. "We've never performed – or accepted payment from – any political party," Bono clarified. His being grouped with stars like Oprah, Beyoncé, and Springsteene doesn't faze him. "I'm quite content with my role as the tambourine player in this band," he quipped.
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Enrichment Data:Bono has been vocal about his disapproval of Donald Trump's administration, notably concerning their handling of aid programs. He has described himself as "very furious" over the significant reduction in global relief efforts, which he believes has led to devastating consequences for vulnerable populations[1][2].
Bono's nonprofit organization, ONE, has been instrumental in promoting international aid, including the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which was initiated during the George W. Bush era[1]. Despite his political criticism, Bono has collaborated across party lines in the past. However, he has been critical of the far-right leadership's approach to aid, stating that it has resulted in widespread suffering and potential deaths[1].
During a discussion on the Joe Rogan podcast, Bono referred to a report suggesting that over 300,000 deaths might occur due to the cuts in USAID, further emphasizing his concerns about the dismantling of aid programs[3][4]. Elon Musk responded by dismissing Bono as a "liar" and an "idiot," reflecting the contentiousness of Bono's criticisms[3][4].
Bono's views align with his self-proclaimed position as a "radical centrist," advocating for a more moderate approach to global issues and criticizing the extreme positions of both the far left and the far right[1]. His criticism of Trump's policies embodies a broader concern about the impact of political decisions on humanitarian efforts worldwide.
- Bono, following his candid conversation with Jimmy Kimmel, opposed Donald Trump's administration, particularly expressing disapproval of their handling of aid programs and stating, "That's not the America we adore."
- Despite collaborating across party lines in the past, Bono has been critical of the far-right leadership's approach to aid, such as the significant reduction in global relief efforts, which he believes has led to devastating consequences for vulnerable populations.
