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Republicans Call for Punishment Against Bad Bunny Over Super Bowl

Posted on 12/02/2026 at 18:36
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Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny during his performance at the Super Bowl halftime show in Santa Clara, California, United States. Photo EFE - Republicans Call for Punishment Against Bad Bunny Over Super Bowl
  • Republicans Demand Sanctions Against Bad Bunny
  • FCC Under Political Pressure
  • Super Bowl Sparks Controversy

Republican members of Congress called for severe sanctions following the Super Bowl halftime show headlined by Bad Bunny.

They argue that the broadcast included profanity and explicit sexual conduct during family viewing hours.

The complaints target the NFL, NBC and the Puerto Rican artist.

Bad Bunny Sparks Republican Criticism Over the Super Bowl

On Tuesday, Republican lawmakers demanded immediate action from the Federal Communications Commission.

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They requested fines, license reviews and possible imprisonment.

The complaint focuses on the Super Bowl halftime show. According to the congressmen, the performance violated broadcast decency standards.

They claim that lyrics with explicit sexual language were aired. They also accuse the show of including gestures considered obscene.

Congressman Randy Fine led the public call for sanctions. On social media, he asked to “lock them up” over the content that was broadcast.

Fine said the performance was “illegal” under broadcast rules. He argued that the lyrics, translated into English, would justify suspending the signal.

He described the content as “disgusting pornographic filth.” He announced he sent a letter to Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC.

The letter requests fines and license reviews against the NFL and NBC. It also includes a direct demand against Bad Bunny.

Lyrics, Gestures and Allegations of Indecency

Fine shared translations of lyrics containing words banned from open broadcast television, including terms such as “dick,” “ass” and “fuck.”

He argued that such expressions cannot be aired in national broadcasts. He acknowledged that televised concerts often avoid those words.

He maintained that, in this case, the content crossed permitted limits.

Congressman Andy Ogles joined the criticism.

Ogles sent a letter to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. He requested a formal investigation into the NFL and NBC.

He accused the networks of “facilitating an indecent broadcast.” He claimed the music glorified “sodomy and other depravities.”

Under Threat of Sanctions

On X, Fine detailed scenes he considered explicit. He said children were forced to watch gay sexual acts.

He criticized female dancing and the artist’s gestures. He mentioned Bad Bunny “grabbing his groin” during the performance.

Representative Mark Alford confirmed inquiries are underway. He stated that Republicans are already investigating the presentation.

He compared the case to the 2004 Super Bowl incident. He said it could be “worse” than the Janet Jackson controversy.

He admitted he does not speak Spanish fluently. Even so, he said the translations raise “many questions.”

Congress Revives Old Super Bowl Controversies

Alford anticipated conversations with the FCC chairman. He said Congress will request explanations from the broadcasters.

Political pressure also came from the White House. Donald Trump described the show as “one of the worst in history.”

He called it “an affront to the greatness” of the United States. The criticism reflects growing Republican outrage.

Bad Bunny’s halftime show has become a new cultural battleground. Brendan Carr now faces formal requests for action.

In September 2025, he warned ABC about potential sanctions.

He threatened to review permits if Jimmy Kimmel was not disciplined.

Now, the focus is on the NFL and NBC.

Lawmakers expect official responses from the FCC.

They also seek to establish regulatory precedents.

The case revives debates about broadcast decency and censorship.

So far, no sanctions have been announced.

Legislative investigations continue as Republicans seek sanctions against Bad Bunny.

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