Overview
- President Donald Trump called the NFL’s pick “absolutely ridiculous” and said he had never heard of Bad Bunny, while House Speaker Mike Johnson labeled the choice “terrible” and floated Lee Greenwood as his preferred alternative.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said ICE would be “all over” the event, and Trump adviser Corey Lewandowski warned of enforcement, but the White House press secretary said there is no tangible plan for a formal ICE operation at the Super Bowl.
- The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation continue to back the booking for Feb. 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium, with Jay‑Z praising Bad Bunny as a fitting choice for the sport’s biggest stage.
- Bad Bunny addressed the backlash on Saturday Night Live, expressing excitement for the halftime show and delivering a message of pride to Latino fans in Spanish.
- Fact‑checkers knocked down viral posts claiming Trump said he spoke to the “president of Puerto Rico,” and reports reiterated that Bad Bunny is a U.S. citizen by birth in Puerto Rico.