Trump Announces Two-Year Closure of Kennedy Center for Renovations

President Donald Trump announced the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will close for about two years starting July 4, pending board approval, citing the need for renovation and claiming it is “tired, broken, and dilapidated.” He stated that the funding is secured but did not disclose its source. The center’s board has faced controversy, including a name change to include Trump’s name, which drew criticism and led to artist cancellations. Trump emphasized that the closure will lead to a “Grand Reopening” aimed at enhancing the center’s quality and structure.

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