Notorious RINO Faces Fury Over Weird Reward For Unhealthy Bunny’s Halftime Flop
Infamous Republican, John Kasich ignited a fresh round of conservative backlash after offering glowing praise for Bad Bunny’s widely panned Super Bowl halftime show, a performance many viewers dismissed as tone-deaf and divisive.
The former Ohio governor took to X to hail the halftime show as a “grand slam home run,” a line that landed with a thud among conservatives already furious over the NFL’s choice of performer and the political undertones many saw in the broadcast. The post immediately drew ridicule, with critics accusing Kasich of pandering, clout-chasing and once again trying to stay relevant by applauding something his own base overwhelmingly disliked.
Even casual football fans winced at the phrasing. “Grand slam home run” managed to combine two different sports metaphors into one muddled attempt at enthusiasm, fueling jokes that the post sounded less like commentary and more like a focus-group-tested appeal from a disconnected political figure.
Love the halftime show which celebrates the wonderful Latino culture. Great pick and great show. Bad Bunny hit a grand slam home run!
— John Kasich (@JohnKasich) February 9, 2026
The reaction raised an obvious question: was this the work of a savvy staffer fishing for engagement, or simply Kasich being Kasich? Either way, the result was the same. Conservatives flooded replies with mockery, memes and reminders of Kasich’s long history of siding against the GOP base on cultural flashpoints.
Some suggested the praise was aimed at signaling cultural sophistication or currying favor with progressive media circles that applauded the halftime show’s messaging. Others joked that it read like a “how do you do, fellow kids” moment, complete with outdated buzzwords and forced relatability.
The praise also stood in stark contrast to the broader conservative response. President Donald Trump blasted the performance as one of the worst halftime shows ever, while countless viewers complained about the language barrier, choreography and perceived political signaling. Many opted out entirely, choosing a patriotic alternative broadcast instead.
Kasich’s post quickly became less about Bad Bunny and more about Kasich himself. To critics, it reinforced his reputation as a Republican who reliably breaks ranks to applaud cultural moments conservatives reject, then seems surprised when the backlash arrives.
In the end, the halftime show faded, the game ended and the commercials moved on. Kasich’s post, however, lingered as another reminder that in today’s political landscape, nothing travels faster than a badly received take from a familiar RINO name.
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