US agency sought transcript of Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime performance

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requested a transcript of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LVII halftime performance from the NFL in early February 2025, following complaints about potential broadcast violations during the Puerto Rican superstar's set in Glendale, Arizona. According to sources familiar with the matter, the inquiry was initiated after several viewers filed allegations that certain elements of Bad Bunny's performance contained potentially indecent content that might have violated broadcast decency standards. The agency specifically sought documentation of the lyrics, choreography, and visual elements of the performance, which featured high-energy dance routines and guest appearances by other Latin music stars. This development comes amid increased scrutiny of live television broadcasts and heightened debate over content moderation standards, with the Super Bowl remaining one of the most-watched television events in the United States, drawing an estimated 115 million viewers. Industry analysts suggest that the FCC's request could signal a shift in enforcement priorities under the current administration, while the NFL has cooperated with the request while maintaining that all content was properly vetted according to their standards with the broadcast partner.