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Springsteen Releases 'Streets of Minneapolis' as White House Dismisses Protest Song

The release amplifies outrage over Minneapolis raids after bystander videos contradicted federal accounts of two fatal shootings.

Overview

  • Bruce Springsteen wrote the song on Saturday, recorded it the next day, and released it Wednesday, dedicating it to Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
  • Lyrics denounce President Trump and name Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and adviser Stephen Miller, accusing them of spreading “dirty lies.”
  • An official video posted later intercuts Springsteen’s home‑studio performance with footage of clashes between federal agents and demonstrators.
  • The White House called the track “irrelevant” and “inaccurate,” as DHS officials defended immigration operations in statements to media outlets.
  • Coverage notes the chorus chant of “ICE out now!,” continued local protests, celebrity support for demonstrators, and millions of views for the song online.