Seattle Seahawks Star Unleashes MAGA Jab While Speaking About Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Seattle Seahawks star DeMarcus Lawrence openly supported Bad Bunny and his Super Bowl halftime show. The experienced defensive end also shared his thoughts about culture and diversity in the United States.
Reporters asked Lawrence what he thought about the NFL choosing the Puerto Rican rapper as the halftime performer. They asked the question during Super Bowl opening night before Seattle’s game against the New England Patriots.
Lawrence responded positively. He praised the NFL’s decision and made a subtle comment that some people saw as a criticism of President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.
“We have so many different cultures and ethnic backgrounds in America,” Lawrence said. “I think it’s time to start embracing all of them, bringing them in the fold. That’s what really makes America great.”
His comments quickly drew attention. Many fans saw them as a direct response to recent political debates around the halftime show.
Super Bowl Culture And Politics Collide
The NFL announced Bad Bunny as the halftime performer in September. The decision quickly caused strong reactions. Some MAGA supporters criticized the choice and even talked about boycotting the event. A few commentators also complained that the league picked an artist who often speaks Spanish and openly criticizes Trump’s immigration policies.
Bad Bunny has never stayed away from political topics. The worldwide music star recently decided not to tour in the United States. He said he worried that ICE agents could target or trouble his fans.
Trump also weighed in on the selection last year. “I never heard of him,” Trump said in October. “I don’t know who he is, I don’t know why they’re doing it, I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”
Bad Bunny fired back during the Grammy Awards on Sunday. After winning best musica urbana album, he took the stage and delivered a blunt message.
“Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say ICE out,” Bad Bunny told the crowd. “We’re not savages, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens, we are humans. And we are Americans. The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”
The remarks earned a standing ovation inside the arena.
Despite earlier rumors, Trump plans to attend the Super Bowl in Santa Clara. Sports broadcaster Emily Austin confirmed his plans in an interview with Daily Mail.
“Trump is going,” Austin said. “Mark my words. He will be going.”
The halftime show has now become a big topic across the country. Lawrence supports it and sees it as a way to celebrate different cultures and voices.
He believes the idea is simple. The country becomes stronger when everyone feels included.
