nht BREAKING: Turning Point USA to Launch “All-American Halftime Show” to Rival Super Bowl — In Direct Protest of Bad Bunny Headlining NFL Event
BREAKING: Turning Point USA to Launch “All-American Halftime Show” to Rival Super Bowl — In Direct Protest of Bad Bunny Headlining NFL Event 🎤🔥
The culture clash just went primetime.
Turning Point USA (TPUSA), the conservative youth organization, has announced it will stage a competing Super Bowl Halftime Show—one they’re calling “100% American, 0% Apology”—to be streamed online directly against the official NFL performance featuring global superstar Bad Bunny.
The move is a direct response to the massive conservative backlash sparked by the NFL’s choice of the Puerto Rican artist—whose music is primarily in Spanish and who has been openly critical of certain U.S. political figures—to headline the Super Bowl LX halftime show on February 8, 2026.
The Protest: “Faith, Family, and Freedom”
TPUSA, now led by Erika Kirk following the death of its co-founder Charlie Kirk, is positioning its “All-American Halftime Show” as a patriotic alternative for fans who feel alienated by the NFL’s choice and what they view as the increasing politicization of the sport.
The group posted on social media, confirming the event and stating it will celebrate “faith, family, and freedom.” A TPUSA spokesperson noted the announcement drew one of the most instantaneous and overwhelming responses in the organization’s history, suggesting a high demand for a conservative-aligned entertainment outlet.
The Audience Gets to Vote on the Setlist
To engage supporters, TPUSA launched a survey asking the public to vote on preferred music genres for the rival show. The options include:
- “Anything in English”
- “Americana”
- “Worship”
- “Classic Rock”
- “Country”
- “Hip Hop”
- “Pop”
The inclusion of “Anything in English” is a direct and pointed critique of Bad Bunny’s predominantly Spanish-language catalog, fueling the debate over whether one of the nation’s biggest events should feature an artist who does not primarily sing in English.
A Battle of Cultural Narratives
The controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s selection has escalated into a major political theater, drawing comments from high-profile figures on both sides:
- Critics like House Speaker Mike Johnson called the choice a “terrible decision” and suggested country artist Lee Greenwood—known for “God Bless the USA”—would have been a better fit. President Donald Trump also called the choice “absolutely ridiculous,” claiming he had “never heard of him.” The criticism largely stems from the artist’s political stance, gender-fluid fashion, and Spanish-language music.
- Supporters argue the NFL is embracing its global audience and reflecting the diversity of the American fan base. Bad Bunny himself, who is a U.S. citizen from Puerto Rico, addressed the backlash during his recent appearance on Saturday Night Live, joking, “If you didn’t understand what I just said, you have four months to learn [Spanish].”
TPUSA’s counter-programming marks a definitive split, offering conservative viewers a “parallel culture” free from what they call “corporate wokeism.”
Full event details and performers for the All-American Halftime Show are expected to be announced soon.
This year’s Super Bowl is officially more than just a game—it’s a cultural referendum on the direction of American entertainment.
The Super Bowl LX is scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
