The National Football League is facing new backlash — and this time, it centers on Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ own daughter.
Charlotte Jones, who oversees the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, is defending the NFL’s decision to select Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show, even as many Americans warn that the performer’s political activism and anti-Trump rhetoric make him an inappropriate choice for one of the most-watched events on television.
During an interview on The Katie Miller Podcast — hosted by Katie Miller, wife of top Trump adviser Stephen Miller — Jones praised the selection, calling it “awesome” and “amazing.” She insisted that America’s identity as a nation built by immigrants should be celebrated and argued that football should “avoid politics,” despite Bad Bunny’s very public record of political attacks and his support for far-left causes.
Jones responded, saying she thinks the choice is “fantastic.” She added that the Super Bowl is an international event, and when you’re performing on a worldwide stage, you aim for the top talent. She also praised the NFL’s Latina fan base and said she expects the show to be “incredible.”
Jones doubled down, saying America’s “mixed culture” should be embraced and predicting that viewers will focus on the music — not the politics.
But Katie Miller pressed back, reminding listeners that Bad Bunny has repeatedly taken political shots at President Donald Trump and built a brand that divides audiences rather than unites them.
“You don’t think that during a time when people want unity — especially after his comments about President Trump — the NFL should pick someone who avoids politics?” Miller asked.
Jones responded that fans “don’t tune in for politics” and that the league works hard to keep the game itself free of controversy.
However, Bad Bunny Has Made His Politics Impossible to Ignore
Despite Jones’ claim, the performer has repeatedly inserted politics into his music, his statements, and his public image, including:
- Refusing to hold any U.S. tour stops in 2025–2026, blaming America’s immigration enforcement.
- Claiming he must protect his fans from ICE, even while performing in U.S. territory like Puerto Rico.
- Using vulgar language to attack federal immigration officers, criticizing them for enforcing the law.
- Endorsing Kamala Harris for president before she ultimately lost to President Donald Trump.
- Complaining about Puerto Rico’s political status while simultaneously attacking U.S. policy.
For many longtime football fans — especially conservative Americans who value patriotism and respect for the country — these comments are troubling.
Rumors of NFL Team Pushback — But the League Stands Firm
Following the announcement, online speculation suggested several NFL teams, possibly including the Cowboys, privately urged the league to reconsider Bad Bunny. However, no team released an official statement confirming these requests.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it clear that the decision is final.
“This was carefully thought through,” Goodell said. “We’ve never selected an artist without criticism. When hundreds of millions of people are watching, that’s expected.”
A Growing Divide Among NFL Fans
Charlotte Jones’ enthusiastic defense of the league’s choice is raising questions among conservative fans who already feel the NFL has become increasingly disconnected from its traditional audience. Many see the halftime show as one more example of entertainment executives ignoring the concerns of patriotic Americans who simply want sports to remain free of politics and respectful of the country.
As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, the controversy continues to build — highlighting a major divide between NFL leadership and millions of loyal viewers who still support President Donald Trump and want the league to reflect American values.
