John F. Kennedy Center Moves for Major Name Change to Trump-Kennedy Center, Per White House Statement.
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The governing board of the prestigious performing arts venue has decided to change its name the Trump-Kennedy Center, per an announcement by the White House.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced via a post that the board's decision was unanimous, attributing it to "the tremendous efforts President Trump has done over the last year in rescuing the building."
"This is destined to be a truly great team long into the future! The building will no doubt achieve new levels of grandeur and success," Leavitt continued.
The planned renaming is shaping up as highly controversial, particularly in Washington, D.C., where the center has stood as an beloved institution since its completion and christening for President John F. Kennedy.
Background of the Venue
Not long after beginning his term, President Donald Trump replaced all the center's sitting board members and installed loyalists in their positions. The freshly appointed board later moved to elect Trump chairman.
The president later secured approximately $257 million in appropriated money to cover major renovations and other financial needs at the national venue.
Original Concept
The idea for a national performing arts center began in the 1950s. Following the tragic death of President John F. Kennedy, the 35th president, in 1963, the future venue was dedicated to his memory.
Further details are emerging. Additional information will be added as it becomes available.