Donald Trump criticized Jack Smith after the former special counsel appeared at a Maryland festival. Smith wore a Bruce Springsteen shirt featuring the phrase “No Kings.” Trump responded after photos from the event circulated online.
Donald Trump attacks Jack Smith over his Bruce Springsteen “No Kings” shirt
Smith attended the Power to the People Fest on Saturday in Columbia, Maryland. Springsteen headlined alongside musicians including Joan Baez and Dave Matthews. Photos showed Smith wearing a black Springsteen tour shirt with “No Kings” printed across it.
Trump addressed Smith’s appearance in a Truth Social post on Sunday. He shared a report about Smith’s festival appearance alongside his criticism. “Deranged Jack Smith is a Crooked Prosecutor!” Trump wrote.
The shirt came from Springsteen’s Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour merchandise. The “No Kings” phrase has become associated with protests criticizing Trump. The dispute between Donald Trump and Jack Smith drew attention because of Smith’s previous investigations involving Trump.
Smith served as special counsel during federal investigations involving Trump. Those investigations examined efforts surrounding the 2020 election and classified documents. The cases were later dropped after Trump returned to office.
Smith’s festival appearance followed a recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Republican lawmakers questioned him about his investigations and their handling. Smith maintained that his prosecutorial decisions were based on evidence rather than politics.
The festival also produced notable moments involving Smith. Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl dedicated “My Hero” to “my new friend Jack.” Grohl also wore an Iowa Hawkeyes shirt during his performance.
That reference followed a Senate dispute involving Senator Eric Schmitt and Smith. Schmitt had questioned Smith about attending an Atlanta Hawks game in 2024. Schmitt said, “I think you’ve already perjured yourself,” during questioning.
Springsteen headlined the Maryland festival alongside artists including Joan Baez and Dave Matthews. The event was organized by Tom Morella and emphasized music, activism, and civic engagement. Springsteen also performed “Streets of Minneapolis” during the event.
Jack Smith’s “No Kings” shirt quickly became the focus of attention surrounding his appearance. Trump’s response added another political dimension to the festival sighting. Smith has not publicly responded to Trump’s latest criticism in the supplied reporting.
