John F. Kennedy Center Votes for Controversial Name Change to Trump-Kennedy Center, As Stated by White House Announcement.
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The governing board of the renowned performing arts venue has approved a measure to adopt a new name the Trump-Kennedy Center, as confirmed by the White House.
White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt declared online that the board's approval was consensus, crediting "the unbelievable work President Trump has done over the last year in saving the building."
"This promises to be a truly great team long into the future! The building will no doubt achieve new levels of success and grandeur," Leavitt added.
The proposed move is shaping up as highly controversial, especially in Washington, D.C., where the center has served as an beloved institution since its construction and original naming for President John F. Kennedy.
Background of the Institution
Soon after taking office, President Donald Trump replaced all the center's existing board members and installed supporters in their place. The reconstituted board later moved to elect Trump chairman.
The president later secured approximately $257 million in appropriated money to cover major renovations and operational expenses at the national venue.
Historical Roots
The vision for a Washington-based performing arts center originated in the 1950s. Following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the 35th president, in 1963, the future venue was named in his honor.
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