Trump, 79, Offers Bizarre Reason for Missing Super Bowl
Former President Donald Trump has announced he will not attend Super Bowl LX, citing the game’s location as his primary reason. The event is scheduled for February 8 at Levi Stadium in San Francisco, approximately a five-and-a-half-hour flight from Washington, D.C. Trump, who is 79 years old, expressed a desire to watch the game but mentioned the travel distance as a significant factor.
Trump’s Comments on Super Bowl LX
In an interview with the New York Post, Trump stated, “It’s just too far away. I would go if it were a little bit shorter.” This comment comes after his attendance at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, where he experienced mixed reactions from the crowd, receiving both cheers and boos. The flight from D.C. to New Orleans was considerably shorter, taking about two hours and fifteen minutes.
Anti-Trump Performers Set to Take the Stage
Another layer of controversy surrounding Super Bowl LX involves its musical performers. Bad Bunny, a popular Puerto Rican artist known for his anti-Trump stance, is set to headline the halftime show. Additionally, the punk band Green Day will perform during the opening ceremony. Both artists have openly criticized Trump, sparking some outrage among his supporters.
- Super Bowl LX Date: February 8
- Location: Levi Stadium, San Francisco
- Flight Duration from D.C. to San Francisco: Approximately 5.5 hours
- Flight Duration from D.C. to New Orleans: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes
- Halftime Show Performer: Bad Bunny
- Opening Ceremony Performer: Green Day
Trump has previously expressed his disapproval of Bad Bunny’s selection for the halftime show, labeling it as “absolutely ridiculous.” This sentiment reflects the ongoing controversy, as some of his supporters have even called for Bad Bunny to be deported, despite him being a U.S. citizen.
Political Undertones and Reactions
The political atmosphere surrounding the Super Bowl has intensified, especially given the selection of artists associated with the anti-Trump movement. Green Day has adapted their politically charged music to include critiques of Trump’s administration. In recent performances, they altered the lyric of their song “American Idiot” from criticizing the “redneck agenda” to targeting the “MAGA agenda.”
In light of these developments, Trump’s decision to skip the Super Bowl isn’t solely based on travel logistics but is also influenced by the political atmosphere surrounding the event.
