Trump plans major Kennedy Center changes, focusing on conservatism

President Donald Trump plans significant changes for the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., based on a leaked recording from a board meeting. He aims to introduce non-woke musicals, honor various celebrities, and renovate the facility. In February, Trump took charge as the center's chairman and has made major staffing changes. He appointed loyal supporters to help overhaul the center to align with his views against "woke" culture. At his first board meeting, Trump expressed a desire to honor a wider range of figures beyond artists, suggesting that sports and business icons should also receive recognition. Among those he mentioned were notable names like casino mogul Steve Wynn and Elvis Presley. Trump criticized previous hosts of the Kennedy Center Honors and hinted at potentially hosting the event himself, although he claimed he didn’t want the attention. In addition to planning for new shows, Trump revealed concerns about the center's physical state, stating it was in disrepair. He discussed the need for renovations, including covering exposed structural beams. Trump also criticized the center’s recent expansion, calling parts of it "nonsense" and questioning how funds were spent. Lastly, Trump took a shot at former President Joe Biden, asserting Biden would not have been able to navigate the building as he did during his tour.