Bad Bunny has sparked backlash and support with a fiery video condemning what he described as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid in Puerto Rico.
The reggaetón star posted footage to his Instagram Story with a single caption: “ice.” The video appears to show federal agents in unmarked cars along Avenida Pontezuela.
In Spanish, the 31-year-old said, “Look, those motherfers are in these cars, RAV-4s,” adding, “They’re here in Pontezuela. Sons of b**s, instead of leaving the people alone and working there.”
Reports indicate fewer than 80 of those detained had prior criminal records. The most common charge was illegal reentry after deportation.
According to the Associated Press, ICE activity has increased significantly in Puerto Rico during Donald Trump’s second term, drawing renewed scrutiny from public figures.
Bad Bunny’s outrage echoed across the music world. Becky G responded on Instagram, writing, “These aren’t ‘illegal aliens.’ They’re human beings with rights. This is an attack on democracy.”
Mexican-American artist Junior H also weighed in, posting, “No one is illegal on stolen land.” He pledged proceeds from his Sad Boyz Clothing line to help families impacted by the raids, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Addison Rae expressed disappointment, writing, “This country couldn’t exist without immigrants. Every human being deserves safety and dignity. This is inhumane.”
Finneas, brother of Billie Eilish, didn’t hold back at a protest in Los Angeles. “Fk ICE. If you’re into this fascist st, you’re weak and will lose,” he said.
Actress Jenna Ortega added a broader message on Instagram. “People in L.A. are being torn from lives they’ve built. Palestinians remain silenced. Civilians in Iran suffer. The world is hurting,” she wrote. “Anger is valid. Listen, learn, and act.”
Bad Bunny’s video added urgency to a growing cultural backlash against immigration crackdowns. His voice amplified a chorus of artists confronting injustice and standing with displaced communities.
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