Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has spoken out forcefully against political voices seeking to turn the 2026 Super Bowl into a battleground for immigration crackdowns.
After Trump advisor Corey Lewandowski claimed ICE could carry out mass deportations during Bad Bunny’s highly anticipated Halftime Show, Mahomes did not hold back. The reigning Super Bowl MVP called the idea “a dangerous and indelible global disgrace” that would tarnish the image of the NFL, the city of Kansas City, and the United States as a whole.
“The Super Bowl is meant to unite people, not tear them apart,” Mahomes said in a powerful statement. “Turning it into a stage for fear and division would be something the world never forgets — for all the wrong reasons.”
Mahomes, widely respected not only as the face of the league but also as a civic leader, emphasized that fans from all backgrounds deserve to feel safe and welcome at the biggest sporting event in the world. His words immediately resonated with millions across social media, where fans praised him for standing up against what many described as an attempt to politicize the game and intimidate immigrant communities.
The controversy erupted after Lewandowski criticized the NFL’s decision to feature Bad Bunny, one of the world’s biggest Latin music stars, as the Halftime performer. While some conservatives argued that Bad Bunny is “un-American,” Mahomes’ stance has drawn a clear line — rejecting fear tactics and reaffirming the Super Bowl as a celebration of unity, culture, and sport.
As the 2026 Super Bowl in New Orleans approaches, Mahomes’ bold comments may shape not only the narrative of the game but also the broader conversation about what the event represents on the global stage.