"Don't tune into the Super Bowl hoping for a break from the tumultuous politics gripping the U.S. Meanwhile, anticipation is building around how Bad Bunny, the halftime show's Spanish-speaking headliner, will address the moment. He has criticized President Donald Trump on everything from his hurricane response in his native Puerto Rico to his treatment of immigrants. On Sunday night, he blasted ICE while accepting an award at the Grammys. His latest tour skipped the continental U.S. because of fears that his fans could be targeted by immigration agents."
""The Super Bowl is supposed to be an escape, right? We're supposed to go there to not have to talk about the serious things of this country," said Tiki Barber, a former player for the New York Giants who played in the Super Bowl in 2001 and has since attended several as a commentator. "I hope it doesn't devolve, because if it does, then I think we're really losing touch with what's important in our society.""
Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show and is widely expected to bring political themes to the performance. He has publicly criticized President Donald Trump on issues including hurricane response in Puerto Rico and immigration policy, and he recently denounced ICE while accepting a Grammy. Tour stops in the continental U.S. were skipped amid fears fans could face immigration enforcement. Commentators express concern that a politicized halftime show could undermine the event's role as a respite, while political actors continue to critique the performer as parties compete for Latino support. Authorities emphasize maintaining safety for residents and visitors.
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