President Trump takes control of Kennedy Center board
President Donald Trump fires members of the board of trustees for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and names himself chairman, indicating he will dictate programming and end events featuring performers in drag.
Key Points
- Trump fires board of trustees at Kennedy Center
- Declares himself chairman and plans to dictate programming
- Aims to end events featuring performers in drag
Pros
- Potential for new vision and direction for the Kennedy Center
- Increased focus on arts and culture
Cons
- Threat to artistic freedom and diversity
- Political interference in cultural institution