BREAKING NEWS : Bruce Springsteen and Robert De Niro Say Farewell to the U.S, “No Respect Here”

In a move that has sent shockwaves through both the entertainment and political worlds, Bruce Springsteen and Robert De Niro have announced they are leaving the United States following Donald Trump’s victorious return to the White House. The legendary musician and iconic actor, both vocal critics of Trump, cited the country’s political climate as their reason for relocating, stating they no longer feel respected or valued in the nation they once championed.

“It’s not the America I sang about,” Springsteen said, standing on the steps of his New Jersey home during a press conference. “I’ve spent my career writing about this country, its people, its struggles. But after this election, I feel like I’m writing a farewell letter.”

De Niro, who joined Springsteen for the announcement, minced no words. “This place has gone off the rails,” he declared. “The people have spoken, and apparently, they don’t want us anymore. Fine. We’ll go somewhere where we’re appreciated.”

Springsteen, affectionately known as “The Boss,” has long been the voice of the working class, his songs chronicling the hopes and hardships of everyday Americans. But with Trump’s reelection, he says those dreams feel increasingly out of reach.

“I’ve always believed in America’s potential,” Springsteen said. “But this election feels like a giant step backward. It’s like the soul of this country is on pause.”

De Niro, a two-time Academy Award winner, echoed similar sentiments. Known for his fiery anti-Trump rhetoric, the actor said he no longer feels safe or respected in his homeland. “I’ve been called every name in the book for speaking out against Trump,” he said. “At some point, you have to ask yourself: Is it worth it?”

While neither Springsteen nor De Niro disclosed their exact plans, speculation is rampant. Insiders suggest Springsteen may move to Ireland, a country he has often described as a second home. De Niro, whose father was of Italian descent, hinted at settling in Tuscany, a region he praised as “the polar opposite of Mar-a-Lago.”

“If America can’t handle us, maybe Europe will,” De Niro quipped. “At least over there, they know how to treat artists.”

The duo joked about starting a commune for American expats, inviting “all the disillusioned dreamers” to join them. “We’ll call it ‘Heartbreak Hill,’” Springsteen said with a grin.

The announcement has sparked an emotional response from fans and critics alike. Social media erupted with messages of heartbreak from Springsteen’s devoted followers, many of whom view his departure as a symbolic loss for the nation.

“Bruce is leaving? That’s like America losing its heartbeat,” one fan posted. “If The Boss can’t take it anymore, what hope do the rest of us have?”