Queen’s legendary guitarist, Sir Brian May, has expressed deep concern while discussing potential tour plans. He hinted that Queen might avoid a beloved destination on their next tour due to safety concerns, labeling the situation as “very sad.”

Brian, a founding member of the band with the late Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor, reflected on how the iconic group evolved in the US but emphasized that the current state of the country is not what it used to be.

Addressing the US during the controversial Trump administration, Brian described the country as a “dangerous place” that cannot be ignored. He lamented the changes in America, stating, “It’s very sad because I feel like Queen grew up in America and we love it, but it’s not what it was.”

Expressing further reservations about the US, Brian asserted that there is hesitation among many about visiting the country presently. Following Trump’s second term, his administration faced backlash, particularly concerning the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE).

In an effort to combat illegal immigration, Trump bolstered ICE’s operations, leading to increased arrests, detentions, and a decline in border crossings. However, these actions sparked protests in various cities, with tensions rising notably since the deployment of ICE agents to Minneapolis and the subsequent tragic deaths.

Politics have previously influenced Queen’s tour decisions, with Brian recently stating that the band would not perform at Glastonbury due to political disagreements with the organizers. Known for his animal rights advocacy, Brian cited concerns over the culling of badgers as a key reason for the band’s stance on the festival.

In response to Brian’s stance on badger culling, festival founder Sir Michael Eavis criticized the guitarist as a threat to farming practices. When asked about Queen’s potential participation at the festival, Brian indicated that the topic has not been seriously discussed due to his known objections.