**Zach Bryan Addresses Criticism Over Lyrics in New Song** Country music artist Zach Bryan is facing backlash for lyrics in his upcoming song, "Bad News," which some interpret as critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The 29-year-old singer shared a snippet of the song on Instagram, prompting responses from various officials, including those from the White House. In the song, Bryan sings, "I hear the cops came, cocky motherf—–s, ain’t they? And ICE is gonna come bust down your door, try to build a house, no bills no more, but I got a telephone, kids are all scared and all alone." The lyrics continue with, "The bar stopped bumping, the rock stopped rolling, the middle fingers rising, and it won’t stop showing. Got some bad news. The fading of the red, white and blue." Bryan defended his song in a post on Instagram Stories, stating that he wrote it months ago and that it reflects his love for the country and its people. He emphasized that the song addresses division in America and is not meant to be politically divisive. "When you hear the rest of the song, you will understand the full context that hits on both sides of the aisle," he wrote. He expressed concern over the reaction to his lyrics, saying, "Everyone using this now as a weapon is only proving how devastatingly divided we all are. We need to find our way back." Bryan, a U.S. Navy veteran, added, "I served this country, I love this country, and the song itself is about all of us coming out of this divided space." In response to the controversy, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticized the song during an appearance on a talk show, calling it disrespectful to law enforcement and those who serve the country. "He just compromised it all by putting out a product such as that, that attacks individuals who are just trying to make our streets safe," she said. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin also weighed in, suggesting Bryan should "stick to Pink Skies, dude," referencing one of his previous songs. A White House spokesperson commented on Bryan's lyrics, stating, "While Zach Bryan wants to Open The Gates to criminal illegal aliens and has Condemned heroic ICE officers, Something in the Orange tells me a majority of Americans disagree with him and support President Trump’s great American Revival." In a separate post, Bryan reflected on the scrutiny he has faced in recent months, saying, "I feel like I’ve tried my hardest in so many ways and it’s so hard to see where my bearings even are anymore." He expressed pride in living in a country that allows free speech and open dialogue. The controversy surrounding Bryan's song highlights the ongoing national debate over immigration policy and the role of art in political discourse. As the song has not yet been released, the full context of Bryan's message remains to be seen. The Department of Homeland Security has previously faced criticism for its social media tactics, often pairing footage of ICE operations with popular music, which has led to disputes with artists over the use of their work. As the conversation continues, Bryan's song is poised to spark further discussion about the intersection of music, politics, and public sentiment regarding immigration.