Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show Sparks ICE Controversy
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny has been selected to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime Show. However, his choice has sparked controversy, with former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski threatening ICE raids at the event and criticizing the artist's anti-ICE stance.
Bad Bunny, known for his Spanish-language lyrics and anti-establishment views, will take the stage at the Super Bowl. Lewandowski, now an advisor to the Department of Homeland Security, has stated that ICE will enforce immigration laws during the event, including apprehending and deporting undocumented individuals.
Lewandowski and podcast host Benny Johnson argued that Bad Bunny's criticism of ICE is hypocritical, as he is an American citizen of Puerto Rico. They accused him of 'cognitive dissonance'. Conservatives have also expressed xenophobic sentiments regarding Bad Bunny's music and views on ICE.
Bad Bunny had previously declined U.S. tours due to fears of ICE presence at his concerts. The Trump administration has suggested that ICE agents will be present at the 2026 Super Bowl, further fueling tensions.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance promises to be a politically charged event, with ICE's presence and Lewandowski's threats adding layers of complexity. The rapper's anti-ICE stance and Spanish-language lyrics have sparked controversy, but his selection as the Halftime Show performer signals a shift in the event's cultural landscape.
