Florida Rep. Randy Fine has called for federal scrutiny of the NFL and NBC following Sunday night’s Super Bowl halftime show, arguing that the performance violated broadcast standards. The Republican lawmaker criticized the show headlined by Bad Bunny, saying it contained content that would not be permitted on live television if presented in English.
In a series of posts on social media, Fine claimed that the use of Spanish-language lyrics created what he described as a double standard in enforcement of federal broadcast rules. He argued that explicit language and themes should be subject to the same regulations regardless of the language used, and said cultural or linguistic differences should not affect how standards are applied.
Fine said he and other critics are preparing to contact Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr to request a review of the broadcast. According to Fine, the request will urge the FCC to consider fines or other actions related to the halftime show, and to evaluate whether existing regulations were properly enforced during the live broadcast.
The halftime performance, which was largely delivered in Spanish and included provocative choreography, drew mixed reactions from viewers. While some praised the show as a reflection of global music culture, others questioned whether it was appropriate for a family-oriented event watched by a broad national audience. The NFL and NBC have not publicly responded to Fine’s comments.