Thousands protest closure of the Kennedy Center amid fears Trump is set to demolish the institution
Demonstrators gathered outside the building in Washington, after the president was spotted holding a placard that read: ‘Kennedy Center DEMOLIS ...’
TL;DR
- Thousands of protesters gathered outside the Kennedy Center in Washington.
- Demonstrators expressed alarm over President Trump's alleged plans to demolish the institution.
- The protest was organized by Hands Off the Arts, with participants carrying signs and wearing costumes.
- Trump's administration had previously attempted to add his name to the center, a move blocked by a judge.
- A judge ruled that the Kennedy Center must provide 30 days' notice before making major physical changes to the building.
- Protests intensified after a photo surfaced of Trump holding a placard partially reading 'Kennedy Center DEMOLIS...'.
- Trump stated he was willing to save the center if the administration received recognition for it.