Bruce Springsteen has defended the political messaging behind his Land of Hope and Dreams Tour, telling Rolling Stone he has no regrets even if it alienated some fans. The 20-date US tour, running from 31 March to 30 May, followed his January protest song "Streets in Minneapolis" and leaned heavily into politically charged material, framing his catalogue against the current climate under the Trump administration. Springsteen said he has spent his career making the records and shows he wants to make and letting audiences find them, rather than trying to change anyone's mind.

The setlist paired classics such as "Born in the U.S.A.", "Death to My Hometown", "Long Walk Home" and "Youngstown" with covers of Edwin Starr's "War" and Bob Dylan's "Chimes of Freedom", alongside a speech criticising the Trump administration. He said "Born in the U.S.A." was re-contextualised by its placement in the set after years of being rarely played due to its message being misunderstood. Springsteen also voiced hope that Democrats regain control of Congress at the midterms, plans a Washington DC appearance with Tom Morello beforehand, and is releasing the accompanying concert film in instalments while working on two new albums.