Bruce Springsteen has once again found himself at the center of political controversy, this time after releasing a new protest song aimed at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The Trump administration responded sharply to Springsteen’s track, “Streets of Minneapolis,” telling Variety that it does not care about what it described as “random songs with irrelevant opinions and inaccurate information.”
The song, which was released earlier this week, directly criticizes ICE and federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, a city that has been at the center of heightened political tension surrounding immigration policy and law enforcement actions.
“Streets of Minneapolis” marks one of Springsteen’s most overtly political releases in recent years. The song references federal agents operating in the city and frames their presence as a threat to local communities, continuing Springsteen’s long tradition of protest music that dates back decades.
The White House comment, delivered to Variety, reflects the administration’s dismissive stance toward celebrity criticism of its policies. Rather than addressing the song’s claims directly, the statement emphasized that the administration is focused on law enforcement cooperation and policy goals — not what it characterized as politically motivated commentary from musicians.
Springsteen has been outspoken about political and social issues throughout his career, frequently using his music and public appearances to criticize government actions he believes harm working-class and marginalized communities. While his past protest songs have sparked debate, it is relatively rare for a Springsteen release to prompt an official response from a presidential administration.
Reaction to the song has been swift online, with fans praising Springsteen for speaking out while critics argue that the track misrepresents ICE operations. Regardless of where listeners fall politically, the exchange highlights how Springsteen’s music continues to intersect with national politics — even more than 50 years into his career.
