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Jake Paul's 'Fake Citizen' Remark Sparks AOC Clash
9 Feb
Summary
- AOC criticized Jake Paul for hypocrisy regarding his move to Puerto Rico.
- Paul questioned Bad Bunny's "fake American citizen" status.
- Puerto Ricans have been U.S. citizens since 1917.
The Super Bowl Halftime Show sparked a debate surrounding Puerto Rican citizenship, fueled by influencer Jake Paul's comment calling Bad Bunny a "fake American citizen." This statement drew sharp criticism from Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. She pointed out Paul's hypocrisy, referencing his relocation to Puerto Rico to take advantage of tax incentives while questioning Bad Bunny's contributions.
Puerto Ricans have held U.S. citizenship since 1917, a fact highlighted by community notes and AOC's retort. Bad Bunny himself addressed the complexities of wealthy expatriates and tax exemptions in his "El Apagón" music video, which he performed at the Super Bowl. His brother, Logan Paul, initially expressed disagreement with Bad Bunny's stance on tax programs but later clarified that Puerto Ricans are indeed Americans and praised their talent.
Jake Paul later attempted to backtrack, suggesting his "fake citizen" remark was aimed at those who criticize America while benefiting from it. He also changed his social media bio to "Benito #1 fan," indicating a partial shift in his public stance.
