Vice President JD Vance Booed at Kennedy Center Concert Following Leadership Overhaul

Audience members expressed discontent as Vance attended a National Symphony Orchestra performance, delayed by heightened security after Trump’s controversial takeover of the institution.

Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance were met with loud boos as they entered the Kennedy Center for a National Symphony Orchestra concert in Washington, D.C.
The concert was delayed by approximately 25 minutes due to Secret Service security checks prompted by the vice-presidential attendance.
The incident follows President Donald Trump’s recent dismissal of 18 Democratic-appointed board members, appointing himself as chairman and allies, including Usha Vance, to the board.
The arts community has reacted strongly to Trump’s leadership changes, with notable resignations and cancellations, including the hit musical 'Hamilton' and performances by Issa Rae and Ben Folds.
Vance appeared unfazed by the crowd’s reaction, smiling and waving despite the jeers, which lasted for around 30 seconds and were captured in a viral video.