Megyn Kelly Wants to Send ICE to Bad Bunny's Compound After Grammy's Anti-ICE Speech

Megyn Kelly has ignited a firestorm of controversy by suggesting federal agents should be deployed to the private estate of Bad Bunny following the Puerto Rican star's anti-ICE protest at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

The veteran broadcaster used her eponymous podcast to target the global superstar, who recently made history as the first Latin artist to win Album of the Year, labelling his call for compassion 'simplistic' and questioning the activism of wealthy celebrities, including Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish.

'He's against ICE. I mean, I feel like we might want to send ICE down to his compound. He's worth a hundred million dollars, reportedly'. The comments, made on The Megyn Kelly Show days after the ceremony in Los Angeles, have been widely criticised as inflammatory and emblematic of the widening culture clash between conservative media figures and celebrity activism around US immigration enforcement.

Kelly also criticised Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish for their anti-ICE statements, emphasising that Bieber is Canadian.

Bad Bunny's Grammy Moment

Bad Bunny made history on Sunday as the first Latin artist to win Album of the Year at the Grammys.

During his acceptance speech for Best Música Urbana Album, he directly addressed ICE, exclaiming 'ICE Out!' and emphasising the importance of love over hate in social activism. He said that fighting societal issues with animosity only amplifies division, and encouraged people to prioritise compassion: 'If we fight, we have to do it with love. We don't hate them. We love our people. We love our family, and that's the way to do it — with love'.

The artist's speech has been widely praised by fans and advocates as a call for empathy and justice.

Megyn Kelly Responds

On Monday's episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, the host criticised Bad Bunny's statements, arguing that they were simplistic and impractical. 'He's actually trying to pawn that off like it's clever, like it's some sort of profundity', Kelly said, dismissing the message behind the Puerto Rican artist's speech.

She further suggested that ICE agents should be deployed to his compound, framing her comment around his reported net worth of £81 million ($100 million).

Kelly also targeted Bieber, calling him 'dumb as two bananas' for wearing a 'Get Out ICE' pin, despite being Canadian and critiqued Eilish for including immigration issues while 'having more money than God'.

In the podcast, Kelly also commented on several Grammy outfits and speeches, including a critic on Chappell Roan's outfit. She has indicated that she will continue addressing celebrity activism on her podcast.

Bad Bunny is set to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime Show later this week, where further public appearances may continue to show his advocacy work. US President Donald Trump previously said he would not attend the event because of the music lineup.

Other Celebrities Join the Anti-ICE Movement

Bieber and Eilish were not alone in their public criticism of ICE at the Grammys. Many artists wore pins or made statements in support of immigration rights during speeches and red-carpet interviews.

British singer Olivia Dean, who won Best New Artist, highlighted her immigrant heritage and said people seeking opportunity deserve celebration rather than exclusion. R&B artist Kehlani wore an 'ICE Out' pin on the red carpet and emphasised the power of artists to oppose immigration enforcement.

Shaboozey also dedicated his Best Country Duo/Group Performance award to immigrant communities, acknowledging their contributions. Music legend Joni Mitchell also wore an 'ICE Out' pin while receiving her Grammy for Best Historical Album, and jazz vocalist Samara Joy explained that musicians should speak out for those who cannot.

Other notable figures, including Brandi Carlile, Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, Carole King, Jack Antonoff, and Margo Price, were also seen wearing anti-ICE pins.

Bad Bunny has not publicly responded to Kelly's comments. However, with a Super Bowl halftime performance looming and his global profile continuing to rise, the clash highlights a deeper fault line between conservative media narratives and artists using their platforms to challenge US immigration policy.

As celebrity activism increasingly collides with political commentary, moments like this suggest the cultural battle over who gets to speak — and how — is only intensifying.