Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin has fired back at former President Donald Trump’s team after a White House communications director dismissed Bruce Springsteen as a “loser.” The remark came just hours after Springsteen announced his upcoming U.S. arena tour, sparking a wave of reactions from fans and politicians alike.
Raskin’s Response
Raskin took to X on Wednesday to defend the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, writing: “America has no kings, but we’ve got one Boss and his name is Bruce Springsteen.” He praised Springsteen’s decades-long commitment to freedom and democracy, contrasting it with Trump’s leadership style. The Congressman, a longtime Springsteen fan who says he has attended 13 of the artist’s shows, added that he looks forward to hearing the anthem “Streets of Minneapolis” performed live. The song, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart earlier this month, was written in response to the killing of Renée Macklin Good by an ICE agent.
A Tour With a Message
Springsteen and the E Street Band recently announced their Land of Hope and Dreams American tour, which will kick off March 31 at the Target Center in Minneapolis and wrap up May 27 at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.
In his statement, Springsteen promised fans a season of “Rock n’ Rebellion,” saying: “We will be rocking your town in celebration and in defense of America — American democracy, American freedom, our American Constitution and our sacred American dream — all of which are under attack.”
Political Undertones
Raskin’s comments also referenced Trump’s controversial remodeling of the White House and his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. While Trump has denied wrongdoing and has not been charged in connection with Epstein’s crimes, Raskin used the moment to highlight what he sees as the stark differences between Springsteen’s message of unity and Trump’s record.
The Boss vs. The Former President
Springsteen has long been outspoken about politics, often criticizing Trump’s policies. His latest tour announcement and new music continue that tradition, blending rock performance with social commentary. Raskin summed up his excitement by calling the upcoming shows “a Rock-and-Roll Resurrection to America and a Rock-and-Roll Exorcism to Washington, D.C.” For fans, the tour promises not just music, but a rallying cry for democracy and freedom.
