JFK Library Reopens After Temporary Closure Sparked by Federal Workforce Cuts

The library's brief shutdown followed layoffs under a Trump executive order, drawing criticism from Kennedy family members and public officials.

The JFK Presidential Library in Boston reopened on Wednesday after a sudden closure on Tuesday caused by staffing cuts tied to President Trump's executive order reducing the federal workforce.
The temporary closure occurred after the dismissal of five probationary employees, leaving the library unable to operate ticketing or admissions services.
Jack Schlossberg, grandson of John F. Kennedy, criticized the layoffs and the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), accusing them of undermining historical preservation and government institutions.
The JFK Library Foundation expressed devastation over the layoffs and pledged continued support for the library and its staff, which serve thousands of visitors annually.
Public officials, including Massachusetts Senators Edward Markey and Elizabeth Warren, condemned the workforce reductions, highlighting their broader impact on federal agencies and public services.