Bruce Springsteen kicked off his tour in Minneapolis with a performance that blended music, tribute and subtle political themes. He praised the Twin Cities’ sense of community and activism, called for hope and unity and delivered fan favorites including a full-band “Born in the U.

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band perform during Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour at Target Center on March 31, 2026 in Minneapolis.

During the concert, The Boss noted that America “is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, racist, reckless and treasonous administration,” asking the audience to choose “hope over fear, de...