Florida Republican Congressman Randy Fine is calling for the FCC to investigate Bad Bunny following what many viewers described as a shockingly explicit Super Bowl halftime show. Fine argued that the performance may have crossed legal and decency lines, especially given the massive family audience traditionally associated with the game.
The halftime show quickly became one of the most controversial in recent Super Bowl history, with critics blasting it as vulgar, nihilistic, and completely out of touch with mainstream American values. Social media lit up with backlash from parents and viewers who felt the performance reflected the entertainment industry’s ongoing contempt for the so-called “silent majority.”
Fine’s call for accountability comes as conservatives increasingly push back against what they see as coordinated cultural degradation disguised as pop entertainment. The question, Fine says, is whether federal broadcast standards still mean anything at all.
In stark contrast, Turning Point USA offered an alternative halftime show that resonated with millions of Americans who felt alienated by the NFL’s official programming. The TPUSA broadcast featured Kid Rock delivering a faith-forward, patriotic performance that included praising Jesus — a moment many viewers said felt like a breath of fresh air.
The divide could not have been clearer: explicit spectacle versus faith, tradition, and national pride. As the culture war continues to play out on America’s biggest stage, Randy Fine’s FCC push signals that conservatives are no longer willing to stay silent while institutions normalize chaos.
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