President Donald Trump visited the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after naming himself the new board chairman following controversy. Trump’s visit came after some acts canceled performances in response to his takeover. Trump named Ric Grenell as president of the center, citing financial issues. About 16% of the center’s budget comes from the federal government. Vice President JD Vance was booed loudly at the Kennedy Center during a performance. Grenell criticized the audience’s reaction as intolerant. Trump also named several aides and allies to the center’s board of trustees. The controversy surrounding Trump’s involvement in the center has sparked outrage and criticism.
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