It will be interesting to see if there's a way to track it how many TVs or live streams etc are turned off during halftime 😄😁😆👍
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord" — Psalm 33:12
President Donald Trump's decision to skip the 2026 Super Bowl in San Francisco is a principled and understandable choice. While travel distance is a minor factor, the real issue lies in the overtly political nature of the entertainment lineup, which includes Bad Bunny at halftime and Green Day at the opening ceremony.
Both performers have a clear track record of opposition to Trump, the MAGA movement, and conservative American values. Trump's decision signals that he will not endorse a high-profile event that seeks to inject partisan messaging into a national celebration of sports.
Bad Bunny's planned halftime show reportedly emphasizes queer political symbolism and promotes cultural narratives that challenge traditional American norms. While artistic expression is valuable, the Super Bowl is a national stage for unity and celebration, not a platform for politicized statements that divide audiences.
Likewise, Green Day has a long history of publicly criticizing Trump, altering lyrics to attack MAGA supporters, and capitalizing on political controversies. Placing such performers at the center of the NFL's flagship event sends an unmistakable message that the league prioritizes political commentary over the shared national experience of football.
By choosing not to attend, Trump protects the integrity of the office of the presidency and refuses to appear at an event that could be construed as giving tacit approval to performances hostile to him and millions of Americans who support his movement.
His absence is a subtle but powerful statement: Americans should expect fairness and respect in national events, and entertainers should not use taxpayer-supported platforms* to attack citizens or political leaders.
In essence, Trump's decision reflects both principled consistency and political awareness, recognizing that participation would lend credibility to messaging that is partisan, divisive, and disrespectful to a significant portion of the country. Choosing to stay away is a deliberate stance for accountability, civility, and respect for all Americans.
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*Public stadium costs – Many NFL stadiums are publicly funded, meaning taxpayers often pay for construction, maintenance, or upgrades. Even if the NFL owns the stadium, the city/state may have spent hundreds of millions of dollars.
Security costs – For high-profile events like the Super Bowl, local and federal law enforcement provide security. That means police, National Guard, and federal agents are deployed at taxpayer expense.
Traffic, emergency, and logistical support – Cities often provide free services like traffic control, street closures, medical teams, and cleanup, all paid by local governments.
