President Donald Trump declared his intention to appoint himself as the new chairman of the Kennedy Center.
President Donald Trump announced the dismissal of multiple members of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Board of Trustees, including Chairman David M. Rubenstein, and declared his intention to appoint himself as the new chairman.
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He criticized the Center for hosting drag performances, particularly those targeting youth, and emphasized his vision to restore its cultural significance.
The Kennedy Center responded, acknowledging receipt of the notices but highlighting that the chair is traditionally appointed by existing board members. They emphasized their historic bipartisan support and noted that they had not received official communication from the White House regarding these changes.
This move is part of President Trump‘s broader agenda during his second term, which includes restructuring various government institutions to align with his vision. His actions have sparked discussions about the unprecedented nature of such interventions in cultural institutions.
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