DHS Chief Kristi Noem Warns NFL Over Bad Bunny Super Bowl 2026 Choice

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will be present at Super Bowl LX in February 2026, emphasizing that only law-abiding U.S. citizens should attend the event. This comes in response to the NFL's controversial decision to have Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny headline the halftime show, a choice criticized by conservatives due to his outspoken stance against immigration enforcement and his decision not to tour the U.S. mainland amid concerns about ICE raids. Noem publicly criticized the NFL's selection, stating the league "sucks" and suggesting it would regret their decision, while affirming her duty to ensure safety and law enforcement at the event. Bad Bunny had previously expressed fears that ICE presence could threaten his fans, influencing his choice to perform exclusively in Puerto Rico rather than on the continental U.S. While the White House initially declined to confirm ICE's deployment, Noem's statements marked a firm stance on immigration enforcement at the Super Bowl. The situation reflects broader political tensions surrounding immigration policies and cultural representation at major national events.