Trump Overhauls Kennedy Center, Sparking Artist Boycotts | JQJO

President Trump, after firing the Kennedy Center's board, installed loyalists and assumed the chairmanship. He aims to reshape the center's programming, deeming previous offerings "woke" and politically biased. This overhaul reflects Trump's broader effort to influence the national arts scene, including potential cuts to federal arts funding. The new board approved upcoming shows including "Chicago," "Moulin Rouge," and "Bluey," but previously cancelled LGBTQ+ events. Trump cited financial mismanagement and criticized past performances as reasons for the changes, leading to artist boycotts and understudies potentially filling in for planned performances.