Trump Supporters Call for Boycott of Bad BunnyS Super Bowl Performance
A segment of Donald Trump’s supporters are actively calling for a boycott of Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl LVII halftime show, citing the Puerto Rican artist’s past criticism of the former president and his political views. The online campaign, gaining traction across social media platforms, represents a clash between political ideologies and popular culture, highlighting the continued polarization within the United States.
The controversy stems from Bad Bunny’s vocal opposition to Trump during the 2020 presidential election and subsequent statements on issues like gun control and social justice.For some Trump loyalists, the NFL‘s selection of Bad Bunny to headline the Super Bowl - one of the most-watched entertainment events globally – is perceived as a deliberate political statement. This boycott effort echoes similar calls made against previous Super Bowl performers who have expressed views differing from the conservative base, and underscores the increasing politicization of entertainment.
The calls for a boycott began intensifying in early January 2023, following the official announcement of Bad Bunny as the halftime performer. Social media posts using hashtags like #BoycottBadBunny and #SuperBowlBoycott have circulated widely, with users sharing clips of the artist’s past comments and urging fellow Trump supporters to refrain from watching the Super Bowl or purchasing NFL merchandise.
“This is a slap in the face to all Trump supporters,” one user wrote on Twitter.”The NFL is pushing a leftist agenda, and we need to show them we won’t stand for it.”
While the potential economic impact of the boycott remains to be seen,the controversy has sparked a broader debate about the role of artists in political discourse and the extent to which entertainment should remain separate from political expression. The Super Bowl LVII halftime show is scheduled for February 12,2023,in Glendale,Arizona. The NFL has not yet issued a statement addressing the boycott calls.
