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Kennedy Center Controversy

Updated 2026-09-18 17:10 UTC 1 source Negative

The Kennedy Center board voted to close the main building, but President Trump opposes the decision. The family of former President John F. Kennedy criticized Trump's actions as 'small-minded and narcissistic'.

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The Hill
Vice President Vance is rallying voters in Iowa on Friday, as GOP candidates in the Hawkeye State navigate a complicated political landscape ahead of November. The visit marks Vance’s second trip to the state this election cycle and as Republicans hope to maintain control of the House and Senate nex
2026-09-18 16:53 UTC
The Hill
The family of former President John F. Kennedy slammed President Trump for his ongoing legal battle to put his name on the Kennedy Center and to close the building planned renovations. The Kennedy Center board, handpicked by Trump, voted Tuesday to close the main building, but Trump said the renovat
2026-09-18 16:57 UTC
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