Trump Condemns Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance as 'Disgusting'
Former President Donald Trump has unleashed a fierce critique of Bad Bunny's halftime show at Super Bowl LX, branding the entire spectacle "disgusting" and an affront to American values. Trump, who notably chose not to attend the championship game, cited a "distance issue" as his reason for absence, though his subsequent comments revealed a deeper disdain for the Puerto Rican superstar's performance.
Bad Bunny's Subtle Political Jab During the Show
During his high-energy set, Bad Bunny incorporated a pointed political message that did not go unnoticed. A small television screen displayed footage from his Grammy Awards acceptance speech, where he famously stated, "Before I say thanks to God, I'm going to say ICE out," a clear reference to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This segment was shown to a family audience, including a young boy, amplifying its impact.
Trump's Social Media Tirade Against the Halftime Show
While Bad Bunny performed, Trump took to his social media platform to deliver a blistering assessment. He declared, "The Super Bowl Halftime Show is absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER! It makes no sense, is an affront to the Greatness of America, and doesn’t represent our standards of Success, Creativity, or Excellence."
Trump further complained, "Nobody understands a word this guy is saying, and the dancing is disgusting, especially for young children that are watching from throughout the U.S.A., and all over the World. This 'Show' is just a 'slap in the face' to our Country, which is setting new standards and records every single day — including the Best Stock Market and 401(k)s in History!"
He predicted, "There is nothing inspirational about this mess of a Halftime Show and watch, it will get great reviews from the Fake News Media, because they haven’t got a clue of what is going on in the REAL WORLD."
Trump's Demand for Immediate NFL Rule Change
In addition to his criticism of the halftime entertainment, Trump also targeted the NFL's gameplay regulations. He specifically attacked the league's new kickoff rule, which restricts movement to only the kicker and two returners until the ball touches the ground or the catcher's hands.
Trump insisted, "And, by the way, the NFL should immediately replace its ridiculous new Kickoff Rule. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! President DONALD J. TRUMP."
The Super Bowl LX matchup featured the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks, with the game broadcast live on February 8. Despite the controversy, the event drew massive global viewership, with fans able to access the authentic U.S. broadcast and halftime show through various streaming services.
