Bono, the iconic frontman of U2, recently shared his perspective on the ongoing drama between Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump. The rockstar addressed Trump’s call for a “major investigation
” into artists supporting Kamala Harris, including himself and Springsteen. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Bono was asked to pick sides between Trump and Springsteen. With a chuckle, he cleverly quipped, “
I think there’s only one Boss in America,
” alluding to Springsteen’s well-known nickname, which garnered enthusiastic applause from the audience.
The rift between Trump and Springsteen ignited when the legendary musician criticized the administration during a concert in the U.K., accusing it of corruption and incompetence. In response, Trump vaguely threatened him, prompting Springsteen to stand by his remarks at another performance. The tension escalated further when Trump took to social media platform Truth Social to demand an investigation into prominent figures who endorsed Harris during her presidential campaign, such as Bono, Springsteen, Beyoncé, and Oprah Winfrey.
Reflecting on this controversy with humor and wit, Bono teased Kimmel about his ongoing feud with Trump before making two key points. He asserted that neither he nor U2 had ever supported any political candidate through performances or payments. Additionally, he humorously remarked on the nature of Truth Social as being “
antisocial” and not consistently truthful. Delving deeper into why he might have been singled out by Trump for scrutiny among other high-profile supporters of Harris, Bono suggested that his bipartisan advocacy work could be a contributing factor.
As co-founder of the One Campaign—a bipartisan nonprofit focused on advocating for economic and health opportunities in Africa—Bono emphasized that their initiatives resonate with individuals across various political affiliations who value humanitarian efforts like USAID or PEPFAR. These programs play vital roles in providing aid and support globally but have faced challenges under certain administrations. Bono highlighted that many Americans who align with these values are discontented with recent policy shifts that undermine crucial humanitarian endeavors.
In essence, Bono underscored the importance of unity in driving positive change regardless of political divides. His insights shed light on how artists can use their platforms not only for entertainment but also to amplify critical issues affecting communities worldwide.
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