Kid Rock has taken aim at Bruce Springsteen following the latter’s onstage criticism of President Donald Trump during a concert in Manchester. Springsteen’s remarks, in which he labeled the Trump administration “corrupt and treasonous,” sparked backlash from the country-rock star, who called the move disrespectful.
Appearing in a televised interview, Kid Rock condemned Springsteen’s comments as a “punk move,” accusing the rock legend of using a foreign stage to attack a sitting U.S. president. He further criticized Springsteen for what he described as pandering to elites while claiming to represent working-class Americans.
Kid Rock went on to defend President Trump’s recent accomplishments, pointing to the administration’s multi-billion-dollar deals with Gulf nations as evidence of leadership focused on strengthening the U.S. economy and global influence.
The clash between the two musicians reflects a broader divide in American pop culture, where high-profile entertainers continue to voice opposing views on the political landscape. As Springsteen’s tour continues across Europe and Kid Rock ramps up his own public appearances, the back-and-forth has reignited debate over patriotism, free speech, and the role of artists in political discourse.