Bad Bunny, a Puerto Rican reggaeton star, made a significant impact during his 14-minute Super Bowl performance, joined by global icons like Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Pedro Pascal, Cardi B, Karol G, and Jessica Alba. The performance was designed to celebrate Latin culture and promote a message of love and unity, culminating with Bad Bunny declaring 'God Bless America' while a banner reading 'The only thing stronger than hate is love' was displayed behind him. Despite expectations that Bad Bunny might voice criticism towards the U.S. government, he chose to focus on positivity instead.

However, the performance sparked considerable backlash from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who expressed his disdain on social media, calling the show 'the worst and most disgusting' he has ever seen. Trump criticized Bad Bunny’s lyrics and performance style, arguing that they are incomprehensible to the audience and inappropriate for children watching across the U.S. and around the world. His comments reflect an ongoing tension in U.S. media and politics regarding representations of culture and societal values.

Trump's remarks may resonate with his supporter base, which has shown an inclination toward traditional values and criticism of modern pop culture. On the other hand, Bad Bunny's performance highlights a growing movement in the entertainment industry that seeks to amplify diverse voices and cultural representation, challenging the boundaries of mainstream media. The contrasting views on this performance underscore a significant cultural divide in contemporary America, where music and entertainment are often interwoven with social and political discourse.