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FCC Clears Bad Bunny Amid Trump’s Controversial Critique

2/15/2026

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The Federal Communications Commission found no violations in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance.
Critics, including Rep. Randy Fine, accused the Puerto Rican artist of violating broadcast decency after which Bad Bunny censored the lyrics.
U.S. President Donald Trump labeled the performance an "affront to America," drawing mixed reactions from Latino voters.
Trump's support among Latino voters has declined, raising concerns for his party ahead of upcoming elections.

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The Federal Communications Commission found no violations in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance.
Critics, including Rep. Randy Fine, accused the Puerto Rican artist of violating broadcast decency after which Bad Bunny censored the lyrics.
U.S. President Donald Trump labeled the performance an "affront to America," drawing mixed reactions from Latino voters.
Trump's support among Latino voters has declined, raising concerns for his party ahead of upcoming elections.