Bruce Springsteen and Robert De Niro announce their departure from the US, declare “There is no respect here”…

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment and political worlds, Bruce Springsteen and Robert De Niro have announced they will be leaving the United States following Donald Trump’s victorious return to the White House. The legendary musician and the iconic actor, both staunch critics of Trump, cited the country’s political climate as their reason for moving, stating that 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 news 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, didn’t mince 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 chronicle the hopes and hardships of everyday Americans. But, with Trump reelected, he says those dreams feel increasingly out of reach.

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

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

Although neither Springsteen nor De Niro revealed their exact plans, speculation is rampant. Pundits suggest Springsteen could move to Ireland, a country he has often described as his second home. De Niro, whose father was of Italian descent, hinted that he would settle in Tuscany, a region he praised as “the polar opposite of Mar-a-Lago.”

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

The duo joked about the possibility of creating a community for American expats and invited “all the disillusioned dreamers” to join them. “We’ll call it ‘Heartbreak Hill,’” Springsteen said with a laugh.

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

“Bruce is leaving? It’s like America lost its heartbeat,” one fan posted. “If The Boss can’t take it anymore, what hope is there for the rest of us?”

De Niro’s announcement also sparked strong reactions, with some applauding his decision and others criticizing it for being too dramatic. One of his most combative fans wrote: “De Niro talks tough, but now he runs away? Typical of the Hollywood elite.”

Not everyone is mourning the loss. Conservative pundits wasted no time in celebrating the news, presenting it as a victory for the Trump administration. “De Niro and Springsteen leaving is proof that America is better off with Trump,” one prominent right-wing influencer tweeted. “Maybe they’ll take the rest of Hollywood with them.”

Fox News hosts mocked the announcement, suggesting the two stars were simply “throwing tantrums” because they didn’t get their way. “They’ve been threatening to leave for years,” one host said. “Well, don’t let the door hit you on the way out.”

Unsurprisingly, both Springsteen and De Niro took the opportunity to criticize Trump one last time before their departure. Springsteen called Trump’s re-election “a tragedy for anyone who believes in decency and justice,” while De Niro referred to the former president as “the biggest fraud ever sold to the American people.”

His words resonated with many of his followers, but further fueled his critics. “These guys still think they’re the conscience of America,” said one commentator. “Newsflash: No one listens to them anymore.”

Despite their disappointment, neither Springsteen nor De Niro have any plans to retire. Springsteen hinted that he would release an album inspired by his feelings of exile, tentatively titled Songs for a Lost America. De Niro is said to be in talks for a film project exploring the lives of American expatriates.

“I’ll keep making music, wherever I am,” Springsteen said. “You can take me out of America, but you can’t take America out of me.”

De Niro, ever the actor, ended the press conference with a theatrical twist. “This isn’t goodbye, it’s see you later,” he said. “And when America decides to come to its senses, maybe we’ll come back.”

The departure of two cultural icons highlights the growing divide that exists in the US political and social landscape. For some, their decision to leave is a betrayal; for others, it is a bold act of protest against a nation they feel has lost its way.

As one fan put it: “If Springsteen and De Niro can no longer find hope here, what does that say about the rest of us?”

Only time will tell whether their departure will inspire change or simply add fuel to an already burning fire. But one thing is certain: America will not be the same without them.