Bruce Springsteen trashed by NJ paper over expensive anti-Trump concerts: ‘Hypocritical crap’

Nypost · Apr 22, 2026 · 525 words · By Fox News

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Bruce Springsteen trashed by NJ paper over expensive anti-Trump concerts: ‘Hypocritical crap’ A New Jersey news outlet accused rock legend Bruce Springsteen of hypocritically profiteering off of an expensive anti-Trump concert in his own home state while…

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What happened

Why it matters

NJ.com published a piece on Tuesday, “Springsteen’s N.J.

Common ground

Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake.” Since kicking off the tour in Minneapolis on March 31, Springsteen, 76, has repeatedly unleashed blistering attacks on President Donald Trump during his shows, blasting the administration as “corrupt, incompetent,…

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 9 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Springsteen, 76”

VERIFIED BY REFERENCE

Wikipedia confirms Bruce Springsteen was born on September 23, 1949, making him 75/76 depending on the current date; multiple other sources explicitly state he is 76.

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. Nicknamed "the Boss", Springsteen has released 21 studio albums spanning six decades; most…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Springsteen

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web search NEUTRAL — 76 Year Old #8 First Name Bruce #4. Born in Long Branch, NJ #1 Singer Born in New Jersey #14.Bruce Springsteen is a member of. Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town.
https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/bruce-springsteen.htm…

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Springsteen. Bruce Springsteen (76). American singer and songwriter. Caitlyn Jenner.
https://www.thefamousbirthdays.com/age-76-years-old

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Claim 2: “The musician opened his New Jersey show with the same brazen preamble.”

CORROBORATED

Web search results confirm Springsteen opened his tour/shows with political commentary and a 'brazen preamble' criticizing Trump.

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Springsteen Calls Donald Trump's Administration 'Incompetent'. Donald Trump at APEC2025 CEO SUMMIT. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. Springsteen has a long history of political commentary, frequently speak…
https://theblast.com/763735/bruce-springsteen-washed-up-anti…

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Springsteen opened his “Land of Hope & Dreams” U.S. tour in Minneapolis with a performance that blended music and political commentary, delivering sharp criticism aimed at former President Donal…
https://societyofrock.com/bruce-springsteen-takes-direct-sho…

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Springsteen criticized Donald Trump and ICE during his performance at the No Kings demonstration in Minnesota on Saturday.
https://www.themirror.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/bruce…

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Claim 3: “The blue-collar troubadour now charges exorbitant amounts for his tickets — up to $2,900 retail for the best seats in Newark Monday”

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While sources mention the Newark concert, the provided evidence does not contain specific retail ticket prices of $2,900 for that event; the Ticketmaster result provided is about Ariana Grande.

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web search NEUTRAL — Online ticket marketplace where fans can buy and sell tickets to sports, concerts, and theater events nationwide.Score seats to the biggest NFL games! Buy NFL Tickets, Earn Rewards.
https://www.vividseats.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — After Ariana Grande expressed frustration over ticket resellers reselling her tickets for the eternal sunshine tour for $2000-$4000, Ariana has been working hard to find a solution to get tickets to h…
https://www.tiktok.com/discover/ticketmaster-prices-by-deman…

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web search NEUTRAL — springsteen, working class, concert. NEWARK, N.J. — Beloved blue-collar icon Bruce Springsteen surprised fans in his native New Jersey by announcing a special one-night-only celebration in the middle …
https://thehardtimes.net/culture/bruce-springsteen-to-celebr…

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Claim 4: “During his performance in Newark, Springsteen called his audience to join in “choosing hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unbridled corruption, resistance over complacency, truth over lies, unity over division and peace over war.””

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The specific quote regarding 'hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism...' is explicitly documented in Wikipedia and multiple news reports regarding the Newark show.

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web search NEUTRAL — "We are bringing hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unbridled corruption, unity over division, and peace over war!"
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_of_Hope_and_Dreams_Americ…

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web search NEUTRAL — During his performance in Newark, Springsteen called his audience to join in "choosing hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unbridled corrupti…
https://www.aol.com/articles/bruce-springsteen-trashed-home-…

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web search NEUTRAL — During his recent show in Newark, New Jersey, Springsteen called on his audience to join in "choosing hope over fear, democracy over authoritarianism, the rule of law over lawlessness, ethics over unb…
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/bruce-springsteen-offe…

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Claim 5: “NJ.com published a piece on Tuesday, “Springsteen’s N.J. concert was poisoned by hypocrisy. Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake.””

CORROBORATED

Multiple web search results confirm that NJ.com published an article with the exact title 'Springsteen’s N.J. concert was poisoned by hypocrisy. Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake.'

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web search NEUTRAL — Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake. NJ.com Stay informed with CONNECT Labours for real-time US city updates.Breaking: What’s Happening in Newark? Springsteen’s N.J. concert was poisoned by hypoc…
https://www.connectlabours.com/springsteens-n-j-concert-was-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Springsteen’s N.J. concert was poisoned by hypocrisy. Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake. NJ.com (Jersey Shore), by Bob Olivier.
https://www.lucianne.com/2026/04/22/springsteens_nj_concert_…

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web search NEUTRAL — Springsteen’s N.J. concert was poisoned by hypocrisy. Anti-Trump final act is a tragic mistake.Bruce Springsteen releases anti-ICE protest song 'Streets of Minneapolis'.
https://news.google.com/topics/CAAqIQgKIhtDQkFTRGdvSUwyMHZNR…

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Claim 6: “He’s selling ‘No Kings’ branded flags for $90 in the arena concourse.”

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No evidence was found in the provided search results regarding the sale of 'No Kings' branded flags for $90.

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Claim 7: “Since kicking off the tour in Minneapolis on March 31, Springsteen, 76, has repeatedly unleashed blistering attacks on President Donald Trump during his shows”

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Multiple sources confirm the tour began in Minneapolis on March 31 and that Springsteen used the shows to criticize Donald Trump.

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web search NEUTRAL — Donald Trump has shared a scathing attack on Bruce Springsteen on social media.A series of photos from the event showed him performing and waving a No Kings sign. Springsteen had also attended and per…
https://www.irishstar.com/culture/entertainment/donald-trump…

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web search NEUTRAL — MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MARCH 31: Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band debut The Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour at Target Center on March 31, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
https://variety.com/2026/music/news/bruce-springsteen-trump-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Bruce Springsteen delivers political speech in Minneapolis, criticising Donald Trump, Pam Bondi and US policies.Prior to the tour, Springsteen told the Minnesota Star-Tribune he expected criticism for…
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2600492/bruce-springsteen-criti…

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Claim 8: “The musician campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024, candidate Joe Biden in 2020, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2016 and former President Barack Obama in 2012 and 2008.”

CORROBORATED

Wikipedia and news reports confirm his campaigning for Obama (2008, 2012), Clinton (2016), Biden (2020), and Harris (2024).

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web search NEUTRAL — In 2012, Springsteen campaigned for President Barack Obama's re-election in the 2012 presidential election, appearing and performing at Obama rallies in Ohio, Pittsburgh, Iowa, Virginia, and Wisconsin…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Springsteen

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web search NEUTRAL — October 22, 2024. bruce springsteen kamala harris.Springsteen campaigned with Obama in 2012 during his reelection campaign, and appeared at a 2016 Hillary Clinton event in Philadelphia.
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bruce-springst…

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web search NEUTRAL — Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen are continuing their tour campaigning for Kamala HArris Monday evening in Philadelphia around 7:30 pm. Related Topics: Barack Obama, Bruce Springsteen, Harris Campai…
https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2024/10/28/watch_liv…

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Claim 9: “Springsteen... known for anthems like “Born to Run,” “Thunder Road” and “Born in the U.S.A.,””

VERIFIED BY REFERENCE

Wikipedia and official music platforms confirm Springsteen recorded 'Born to Run', 'Thunder Road', and 'Born in the U.S.A.'

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web search NEUTRAL — "Thunder Road" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen. It is the opening track on his breakthrough album Born to Run.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_Road_(song)

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web search NEUTRAL — Get the latest from Bruce here! https://brucespringsteen.lnk.to/newsletter-subscribeIDOfficial Video for "Born in the U.S.A." by Bruce Springsteen Listen to ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPhWR4d3FJQ

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web search NEUTRAL — Listen to Born In the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen on Apple Music. 1984. 12 Songs. Duration: 46 minutes.
https://music.apple.com/us/album/born-in-the-u-s-a/203708420

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