Celebrities mocked after anti-Trump concert in New York City
New York City concert fuels backlash after anti-Trump performances and speeches See why critics mocked the celebrity-led event and its political messaging
A concert in New York City aimed at countering President Donald Trump’s weekend UFC event drew criticism online after a series of antiTrump performances and speeches from wellknown celebrities and activists.
The event, titled “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” was hosted by Jane Fonda and the Committee for the First Amendment. Performers including Bette Midler, Joy Reid and Robert De Niro used the stage to criticize Trump and his administration, while some songs and remarks also targeted ICE and federal law enforcement.
Fox News reported that the gathering was streamed on leftleaning YouTube channels and aired on CSPAN. The article said the performances were widely mocked on social media, with critics calling the event out of touch and overly theatrical.