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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Rename Venue Trump-Kennedy Center, Sparking Backlash. The board of the Kennedy Center has voted to rename the iconic performing arts venue the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to the White House — a move that is already fuelling controversy in Washington. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the decision was unanimous, praising President Donald Trump for what she called his role in "saving" the building. Trump said he was surprised and honoured by the decision. But several board members and members of the Kennedy family dispute the claim of unanimity. Democratic Representative Joyce Beatty said she was muted during the call and not allowed to object, while Kennedy's grandson Jack Schlossberg said the vote was "not unanimous.” Critics argue the centre is a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, established by federal law, and cannot be renamed without congressional approval. Senior Democrats echoed that view, calling the process opaque and legally questionable. The reported change comes amid falling ticket sales, staff departures, and growing debate over political influence in the arts.
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