The DSR Network The Daily Blast: “Chilling”: Trump’s Fury at Bruce Springsteen Just Got Much Darker
May 21, 2025
Asawin Suebsaeng, a writer for Rolling Stone, dives into President Trump's chilling feud with Bruce Springsteen. He discusses Trump's strategic use of governmental power to target political adversaries, highlighting how the GOP is enabling this dangerous trend. The conversation also touches on free speech implications and the authoritarian responses to dissent, showcasing how Trump's actions signal a troubling shift in American politics. Suebsaeng’s insights reveal the deepening complexities of political rivalries in the current landscape.
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Trump Threatens Springsteen for Criticism
- Donald Trump reacts to Bruce Springsteen's constitutional free speech with threats of federal investigations.
- This marks a dangerous use of state power against political criticism.
Using Agencies to Attack Opponents
- Trump wants to use government agencies to criminally investigate political opponents, constraining their activities.
- His allies in the administration support escalating these investigations as a political weapon.
Politicized Charges Against Democrat
- Charges against Democrat LaMonica McIvor appear baseless based on available evidence.
- DOJ under Trump uses taxpayer money to pursue politically motivated criminal cases.