Trump criticizes Super Bowl Halftime Show, Conservative group Announces Counter-Event
Former President Donald Trump has declared he will not attend Super Bowl LVIII and voiced his disapproval of the halftime performers, Bad Bunny and Green Day. He described them as a “terrible choice” that would “sow hatred,” according to the New York Post. Bad Bunny, a Puerto Rico-born American citizen, is expected to perform primarily in Spanish during the halftime show.
Bad Bunny’s Use of Spanish and Previous Performances
Bad Bunny has frequently incorporated Spanish into his performances. During his october 2023 hosting gig on Saturday Night Live, he delivered a message in Spanish, followed by a playful challenge to viewers: “If you didn’t understand what I just said, you have four months to learn.”
Turning Point USA Launches Counter-Program
In response to the NFL’s halftime show selection, the conservative nonprofit Turning Point USA (TPUSA), founded by Charlie Kirk, announced it would host a “counterprogram” during the Super Bowl. The association revealed its lineup of performers on January 29, 2024.
Lineup for TPUSA’s Counter-Event
The TPUSA counter-event will feature performances by Brantley Gilbert, Warren Zeiders, Jelly Roll, and Kid Rock. These artists have achieved varying degrees of success on the country music charts:
- Warren Zeiders: Achieved his first top 10 hit on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart with “Pretty Little Poison” in 2024.
- Brantley Gilbert: Has earned five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
- Jelly Roll: His song “Need a Favor” reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 2023.
- Kid Rock: Scored a top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2003 with “Picture” and has received five Grammy nominations.
Where to Watch TPUSA’s Event
TPUSA’s event will be livestreamed on the organization’s official social media channels, including X and Rumble. It will also be available on The Daily Wire and Trinity Broadcasting Network.
Key Takeaways
- Donald Trump has publicly criticized the Super bowl LVIII halftime performers, Bad Bunny and Green Day.
- Turning Point USA is hosting a counter-event featuring country artists brantley Gilbert, Warren Zeiders, Jelly Roll, and Kid Rock.
- The TPUSA event will be livestreamed on multiple platforms, offering an alternative to the NFL’s halftime show.
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