Introduction to the Controversy
The spokesman for the House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, recently commented on the decision to book Bad Bunny for the half-time show of the Super Bowl 2026. Johnson stated that it was "a terrible decision," reflecting the beliefs of President Donald J. Trump, who has also expressed his disapproval of the artist.
Alternative Suggestions
Johnson suggested that a more suitable choice for the half-time show would be Lee Greenwood, a country star from the 80s. According to Johnson, Greenwood would appeal to a wider audience. When asked about his opinion on Bad Bunny, Johnson admitted that he wasn’t familiar with the artist but still believed that the decision to book him was a bad one.
Reasons Behind the Disapproval
Johnson’s disapproval of Bad Bunny stems from his belief that the artist doesn’t appeal to a broader audience. He also mentioned that the Super Bowl has a large viewership, including many young and impressionable children, and that role models like Lee Greenwood would be more suitable for the event.
Language and Content
Some critics of Bad Bunny have pointed out that he sings exclusively in Spanish, which may be a point of contention for some conservatives. Additionally, Bad Bunny has faced criticism for his recent statement that he would not be taking his tour to the continental United States due to concerns about ICE raids on his audience.
Presidential Response
President Trump has also weighed in on the controversy, stating that he had never heard of Bad Bunny and found the decision to book him for the Super Bowl to be "absolutely ridiculous." Trump’s response was similar to Johnson’s, with both expressing their disapproval of the artist despite not being familiar with his work.
Government Response
Other members of the government have indicated that they are familiar with Bad Bunny and have taken his booking into consideration when planning for a presence of ICE at the Super Bowl. Trump consultant Corey Lewandowski and Minister of Homeland Protection Kristi Noem have stated that agents will be sent to the game to pick up illegal migrants.
Bad Bunny’s Popularity
Despite the controversy surrounding his booking for the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny is a highly successful artist. He has had over 100 songs on the US Hot 100 charts, including the number one single "I Like It." His last four albums have all reached number one on the US album charts, with his latest album, "Debí Tirar Más Photos," reaching number one with 203,500 units sold in its second week.
