Tino Gagliardi
Tino Gagliardi is the President of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM), an organization that represents nearly 66,000 musicians across the United States. In response to recent comments made by President Donald Trump regarding musicians Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift, Gagliardi publicly defended their right to free speech, emphasizing that they are not only talented artists but also role models for millions. His remarks highlighted the importance of solidarity within the music community, especially in the face of political criticism.
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Tino Gagliardi, president of the American Federation of Musicians, defended Springsteen and Swift against Trump's attacks.
Springsteen kritisiert US-Regierung – Trump schiesst zurück
Switzerland· 2025-05-20
Tino Gagliardi defended Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift in a statement.
Donald Trump exige investigar a Bruce Springsteen y Beyoncé
Honduras· 2025-05-19
The American Federation of Musicians international president Tino Gagliardi said in a statement: 'The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada will not remain silent as two of our members – Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift – are singled out and personally attacked by the President of the United States.'
Donald Trump attacks ‘dried out prune of a rocker’ Bruce Springsteen and ‘no longer hot’ Taylor Swift – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-17
Tino Gagliardi, the President of the American Federation of Musicians, defended Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift against Donald Trump's attacks.
The President vs. The Boss - Trump attackiert Springsteen
Luxembourg· 2025-05-17