Trump insisted it was a very bad deal for the US to take 2,000 refugees and that "one of them was going to be the next Boston bomber." Turnbull told Trump several times in the call that the agreement was for 1,250 refugees, rather than 2,000. Turnbull also said Australia was asking to submit them to the US for refugee screening, and if the refugees did not pass the strict process, that they would not come.
Obama began this plan with Australia, however Trump is calling it a "dumb deal."
The call was meant to be around an hour long, however, many sources say it abruptly ended with Trump hanging up about halfway through. Trump said these accusations are all 'fake news' and Turnbull has denied to comment on it. Either way, after the discussion there has been a growing tension between the two allies.
Now since Bruce Springsteen is touring in Australia right now, the situation fits perfectly for him to speak out about it. Springsteen began his concert in Melbourne, February 2nd mocking Trump by saying, "We stand before you embarrassed Americans tonight. We're gonna use this to send a letter back home." Before breaking into the song "Don't Hang Up" by The Orlons. The lyrics, "You got one chance or our romance is through" can represent the relationship with Australia and what further strain can bring.
Speaking on behalf of embarrassed Americans, thanks Boss man! Keep bringing the resistance!
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