Dropkick Murphys Clarify Twitter Account Not Suspended Over Political Critique

In a recent statement that has captured attention, the iconic Boston-based punk band Dropkick Murphys clarified that their X account was not suspended due to frontman Ken Casey's vocal criticisms of Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Instead, the account's status is the result of a much earlier decision to leave the platform. "We broke up with him first. We quit Twitter in 2022 when he was only half a Nazi," Casey remarked, clarifying that the account issues have been ongoing.

On March 18, 2025, reports surfaced confirming that the suspension of the official Dropkick Murphys X account was misattributed to Casey's recent comments during a series of St. Patrick’s Day concerts in Boston. In his performances, Casey was notably critical of Trump and Musk, labeling a black version of a MAGA hat as the "Elon Musk true Nazi edition," while stating, "This is America; there’s no kings here!" Following his comments, fans began speculating that their account was suspended directly due to his remarks.

However, Casey explained that the suspension is tied to the band's historical decision to deactivate their account in 2022 after someone began impersonating them on the platform. "Then someone else took our handle, pretending to be our official account, so we filed a legal complaint to stop that—which is why @dropkickmurphys shows as suspended," he added. This clarification was made on multiple platforms, including an interview with the media outlet Consequence.

During the same shows, Casey demonstrated his propensity to openly confront MAGA supporters in attendance. At one point, he even challenged a fan wearing a Trump T-shirt, making a bet regarding the shirt’s origin. This shirt, it turned out, was made in Nicaragua, leading Casey to gracefully offer a Dropkick Murphys shirt, which was proudly made in America.

At their home base in Boston, Casey's bluntness reached new heights. He addressed someone brandishing a MAGA hat at one of their St. Patrick’s Day concerts, stating, "If you’re in a room full of people and you want to know who’s in a cult, how do you know? They’ve been holding up a fucking hat the whole night to represent a president." He concluded his interaction by expressing a desire to focus on honoring those who fought against Nazism, an apparent jab at the political climate inspired by these gestures.

Moreover, during his recent appearance on the MeidasTouch podcast, Casey vehemently criticized Trump's foreign policy, declaring that he stands against everything the band has ever sung about. "Donald Trump is the exact opposite of everything we sing about. He’s turned on his friends. He’s turned on America’s friends and our allies. He’s a rat and a coward when you think of it that way," he asserted. Such statements reflect a continued commitment to the band's political activism.

Within the broader music community, Dropkick Murphys are not alone in their departure from X, with other notable artists such as Jack White and Neil Young also exiting the platform. These musicians have expressed dissatisfaction with Musk’s acquisition of the app, criticizing it for fostering an environment contradictory to their values. Part of this sentiment arises from Musk's controversial gestures at Trump's inauguration event, which many perceived as mimicking fascist salutes.

As the speculation over their suspended account continues, it is crucial to underscore that Dropkick Murphys are in fact very much present on their terms. They have announced their upcoming Summer 2025 tour, co-headlining with the legendary band Bad Religion, showcasing their ongoing influence in the punk rock sphere.

The band’s unapologetic stance on political matters resonates with many fans who appreciate their willingness to challenge norms both on and off the stage. In a world where artists often remain silent, Dropkick Murphys continue to raise their voices in support of workers and against tyranny, ensuring their legacy as not just musicians but also political voices. As Ken Casey noted, "The reason we speak out, we don’t care if we lose fans because when history is said and done, we want it known that the Dropkick Murphys stood with the people, we stood with the workers. It’s all a fucking scam, guys.”