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Trump Skips Super Bowl, Slams Performers Green Day and Bad Bunny

1/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump will not attend Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California, citing distance as the reason.
He criticized the performers, band Green Day and artist Bad Bunny, calling the selection a terrible choice that sows hatred.
Both artists have opposed Trump, with Green Day altering lyrics and Bad Bunny opposing his immigration policies.
Trump said the performers were not the reason.

History

Historical Context

Super Bowl XXV, held on January 27, 1991, amid the Gulf War, featured Whitney Houston's stirring national anthem, reflecting heightened patriotism. The game, where the New York Giants narrowly defeated the Buffalo Bills 20-19, marked a significant cultural moment, intertwining sports and national sentiment. This event foreshadowed ongoing tensions between political figures and artists, echoing historical conflicts during wartime.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump will not attend Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California, citing distance as the reason.
He criticized the performers, band Green Day and artist Bad Bunny, calling the selection a terrible choice that sows hatred.
Both artists have opposed Trump, with Green Day altering lyrics and Bad Bunny opposing his immigration policies.
Trump said the performers were not the reason.

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