"As backlash over Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show rippled through conservative media, a notable group of right-leaning commentators broke with President Donald Trump to defend the performance-in some cases walking back their own earlier criticism. Despite Bad Bunny's message of love and unity, the performance has been placed squarely at the center of the culture war in recent weeks."
"After initially calling for viewers to turn off the halftime show and labeling Bad Bunny a "fake American citizen" who "publicly hates America," influencer and boxer Jake Paul, 29, has now claimed amnesia over his viral rant. "Guys i love bad bunny idk what happened on my twitter last night ?? wtf," he posted on Monday morning. He also claimed his initial post was "misinterpreted" online, clarifying that it was Bad Bunny's values he was calling "fake" not his citizenship."
"Even his brother and fellow influencer publicly disagreed with the take. Logan Paul replied to the post, writing: "I love my brother but I don't agree with this Puerto Ricans are Americans & I'm happy they were given the opportunity to showcase the talent that comes from the island." "A 'fake American citizen?'" Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also responded on Monday on X. "Didn't you MOVE to Puerto Rico to avoid paying your taxes while kids across America go hungry?""
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show prompted conservative backlash while several right-leaning commentators publicly defended the performance and in some cases softened prior criticisms. The performance emphasized love and unity but became a flashpoint in the broader culture war. Influencer Jake Paul initially urged viewers to turn off the show and called Bad Bunny a "fake American citizen" who "publicly hates America," then claimed amnesia over his rant and said his post was "misinterpreted," insisting he meant the artist's values were "fake" rather than the artist's citizenship. Logan Paul defended Puerto Ricans' American status, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized Jake Paul's move to Puerto Rico amid tax-avoidance questions.
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