In a major security breach at the Super Bowl halftime show, a pro-Palestinian protester stormed the field carrying Palestinian and Sudanese flags, creating a disturbance while President Donald Trump was in attendance.
Pro-Palestinian protestor runs on field during #SuperBowl #HalfTimeShow (is detained by security shortly after) pic.twitter.com/Dkh2kLNpok
— Deadline (@DEADLINE) February 10, 2025
The security lapse unfolded during Kendrick Lamar's performance at the New Orleans venue, where a local resident managed to breach security protocols and display flags bearing messages about Gaza and Sudan, directly within view of the presidential party.
Protester unfurls Palestinian flag during halftime show. Apprehended and taken away.
— Armando Salguero (@ArmandoSalguero) February 10, 2025
The disruption prompted event producers to reportedly switch to dress rehearsal footage until local law enforcement removed the intruder from the premises. Despite television producers' efforts to shield millions of viewers from the incident, the protester was briefly visible on camera running in proximity to tennis legend Serena Williams.
