A Night at the Kennedy Center, Just After Trump’s Takeover

After President Trump took control of the Kennedy Center, appointing himself as chairman and planning to replace the board with his loyalists, attendees at performances speculated on the future of the arts institution under his leadership. Some feared a shift towards more conservative programming, while others protested outside and expressed concerns about supporting an institution associated with the president’s views. Comedian W. Kamau Bell addressed the controversy during his set, criticizing Trump’s takeover and predicting changes that would cater to his preferences, leaving many patrons conflicted about continuing to attend events at the Kennedy Center.

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