Whoopi Goldberg Faces Backlash for Advising Brownface Use to Confuse ICE at Super Bowl

Whoopi Goldberg responded to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's warning about a significant ICE presence at the upcoming Super Bowl, particularly concerning Bad Bunny's halftime performance, by jokingly suggesting attendees should use brownface and adopt a Latin accent to confuse immigration agents. On 'The View,' Goldberg proposed that fans "get a little cocoa butter, sit in the sun," and use a Latin accent as a form of protest or to make enforcement difficult. Co-host Joy Behar referenced the Supreme Court's allowance to question individuals based on Spanish accents or dark skin, and drew a historical parallel to people wearing Jewish stars during Nazi occupation to avoid identification. The discussion sparked controversy and highlighted tensions around immigration enforcement and political theatrics ahead of the event. Bad Bunny himself has cited fears of ICE presence as a reason for not touring the U.S. mainland, opting instead for performances in Puerto Rico. The conversation has drawn mixed reactions, with some criticizing Goldberg's remarks as racially insensitive, while others emphasize the broader issues of immigration policy and enforcement at major public events.