The morning after Bad Bunny delivered a history-making halftime performance at Super Bowl LX, former U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social with sharp criticism.
And he did not hold back.
Trump Calls the Show “One of the Worst Ever”
In a lengthy post during the game, Trump described the halftime performance as “absolutely terrible” and “one of the worst, EVER!” He claimed the show didn’t represent American standards of “Success, Creativity, or Excellence,” adding that “nobody understands a word this guy is saying” and calling parts of the choreography inappropriate for children.
Trump also pivoted mid-rant to praise the stock market and 401(k) performance, before signing off with his trademark political slogan.
Earlier in the evening, however, he had posted a more upbeat message encouraging Americans to enjoy the Super Bowl and celebrating what he described as the country’s strength and success.
MAGA Backlash Began Months Ago
The controversy didn’t begin Sunday night.
When the NFL and Apple Music announced Bad Bunny as the 2026 halftime headliner last September, backlash from conservative circles was immediate.
Trump’s former campaign manager Corey Lewandowski publicly criticized the selection at the time, questioning whether the artist was the right representative for such a major American stage.
The political tension surrounding the performance was amplified by Bad Bunny’s outspoken views on immigration and Latino identity. In past interviews and award speeches, the Grammy winner has openly addressed anti-immigration policies and racism, framing his success as a win for Latino communities in the United States.
Why This Performance Was Different
Sunday’s halftime show wasn’t just a pop concert — it was the first primarily Spanish-language performance in Super Bowl history. The set was deeply rooted in Puerto Rican imagery, featuring nods to Hurricane Maria, immigration debates, and Latin American unity.
At one point, a billboard flashed the message: “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.” Toward the finale, Bad Bunny declared “God Bless America” before naming countries across the Americas and holding a football that read, “Together, we are America.”
Supporters viewed it as a cultural milestone.
Critics, including Trump, saw it differently.
The Bigger Cultural Moment
Bad Bunny’s selection was also notable because the Super Bowl marked his only scheduled U.S. performance this year. His Debí Tirar Más Fotos world tour does not include American dates — a decision he previously linked to concerns around immigration enforcement climate in the country.
During a prior appearance on Saturday Night Live, he described the halftime opportunity as bigger than personal achievement, calling it “a win for all Latinos and Latinas in the United States.”
The divide over his performance highlights a broader cultural conversation — about language, identity, politics, and who gets to define what “American” entertainment looks like.
Final Words
The Super Bowl has always been more than a football game. It’s a cultural mirror.
For some, Bad Bunny’s halftime show was a vibrant celebration of Latin pride and unity. For others, including Donald Trump, it represented something they felt disconnected from.
Either way, one thing is undeniable: the performance didn’t just make people dance — it made them talk. And in today’s America, that might be the loudest statement of all.
