Brave New World revolves around Anthony Mackie‘s Sam Wilson as he takes over the mantle of Captain America. Recently, Mackie garnered considerable backlash for the comment he made in Rome during the press tour for the movie.

Mackie, who is taking over the role of Captain America from Chris Evans in the upcoming film, said that he doesn’t think the star-spangled superhero “represents” America.

Brave New World star Anthony Mackie caught backlash for a comment he made about the Marvel superhero while promoting the film in Italy. The actor has now taken to social media to clear up his remarks about the beloved character.