Trump vs Springsteen: Audience Size Feud
- Rage Against the Machine guitarist tom Morello recently suggested that Donald Trump's ire toward Bruce Springsteen stems from Springsteen's ability to draw bigger crowds.Morello made the remarks at...
- The feud between Trump and Springsteen escalated after Springsteen called Trump's administration "corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous" during a concert in the United kingdom.
- Morello, addressing the crowd before playing "The Ghost of Tom Joad," said springsteen's criticism comes from a place of valuing "truth, justice, democracy, equality." He added, "Trump is...
Tom Morello says the real reason for the Trump-Springsteen feud comes down to audience size. Morello believes Donald Trump is envious of Bruce springsteen’s ability to attract larger crowds,fueling the tension between the two.News Directory 3 previously covered Springsteen’s criticism of Trump as “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous,” a sentiment that triggered Trump’s retaliation. What began with words escalated when Trump targeted Springsteen, highlighting an ongoing clash of values. Discover what’s next for each artist.
Tom Morello: Trump Envious of Springsteen’s Larger Crowds
Updated May 27, 2025
Rage Against the Machine guitarist tom Morello recently suggested that Donald Trump‘s ire toward Bruce Springsteen stems from Springsteen’s ability to draw bigger crowds.Morello made the remarks at the Boston Calling festival.
The feud between Trump and Springsteen escalated after Springsteen called Trump’s administration “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous” during a concert in the United kingdom. Trump responded by telling Springsteen to “KEEP HIS MOUTH SHUT.” The tension further increased when Trump posted a video of himself hitting a golf ball at a picture of Springsteen.
Morello, addressing the crowd before playing “The Ghost of Tom Joad,” said springsteen’s criticism comes from a place of valuing “truth, justice, democracy, equality.” He added, “Trump is mad at him because Bruce draws a bigger audience.”
The Harvard University graduate also lauded the college for its stance against Trump amid threats to withhold federal funding. Morello’s set included Rage Against the Machine songs and a performance wiht public Enemy’s Chuck D.
Morello is scheduled to tour Canada this summer.