GOP Lawmakers Urge Investigation into Bad Bunny’s ‘Disgusting’ Halftime Show
A number of Republican lawmakers are calling for an investigation into Bad Bunny’s halftime performance during Super Bowl LX. This call to action comes from representatives Randy Fine of Florida and Andy Ogles of Tennessee, both of whom have expressed strong disapproval of the 13-minute show that featured popular tracks such as “Tití Me Preguntó,” “Nuevayol,” and “DtMF.”
Concerns Raised Over Halftime Show
Rep. Fine described the performance as “disgusting” and raised concerns about the language used. He expressed that “you can’t say the f-word on live TV” and questioned why the broadcast aired content he deemed “illegal.” Fine suggested that had the lyrics been performed in English, the consequences would have been severe, including heavy fines and possible license reviews for the NFL and NBCUniversal.
- Fine plans to pursue “dramatic action” from FCC Chair Brendan Carr.
- He emphasized that over 130 million viewers, including children, should not have been exposed to such content.
Statements from Lawmakers
Ogles echoed similar sentiments in a letter to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. He labeled the performance “pure smut” and called for an inquiry into the NFL and NBC regarding their knowledge and approval of the show. Ogles detailed explicit displays during the performance, stating that children had to witness inappropriate acts.
He mentioned that the song lyrics included references to sexual content that were “readily apparent across any language barrier.” However, it should be noted that some specific lyrics he claimed were offensive were not actually part of the performance.
Reactions and Investigations
Rep. Mark Alford from Missouri also weighed in, comparing the situation to the infamous Janet Jackson wardrobe malfunction. He expressed concerns over the disturbing nature of the lyrics, indicating that further questions need to be directed towards the broadcasters.
- Alford stated, “These lyrics, if true, raise significant questions.”
- He confirmed discussions with the FCC will take place.
Performance Statistics
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance was historic as he became the first artist to predominantly sing in Spanish during the NFL’s 60-year history. The Halftime Show attracted an impressive 128.2 million viewers, making it the second most-watched halftime event, only behind Kendrick Lamar’s performance last season. Additionally, it produced three of the NFL’s most-viewed social media posts to date.
As the investigation unfolds, lawmakers will continue to analyze the implications of Bad Bunny’s “disgusting” halftime show and its reception by the public and regulatory bodies.
