Overview
- Stephen Schwartz said he will not host the Washington National Opera Gala, joining a growing list of artists canceling over the Trump-branded rename.
- Kennedy Center interim president Richard Grenell has threatened to seek $1 million in damages from some artists who withdrew, calling their actions political stunts.
- Rep. Joyce Beatty filed a federal lawsuit seeking removal of Trump’s name, arguing the board lacked authority to change a congressionally designated memorial.
- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse’s inquiry alleges preferential contracts, luxury expenses, and an estimated $5,038,444 loss tied to granting FIFA exclusive campus access.
- A satirical website at trumpkennedycenter.org, created by writer Toby Morton, is drawing attention as public pushback to the center’s rebranding grows.