Protesters on Potomac Demand Kennedy Center Protection
Violence broke out in Washington as protesters gathered in front of the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to demolish the building, after a court ruling preventing his name from being added to its facade. Protesters floated boats on the Potomac River and displayed signs calling for the protection of the center, while workers installed fences and security measures in anticipation of Trump’s threat being carried out. The center, established by a congressional decision and financed through public and private funds, faces the risk of closure if the court ruling is not overturned. Officials warn that its management could go bankrupt within weeks due to restrictions on modifications and approved names for the building. This comes after the board of directors voted to close the building for urgent renovations amidst legal disputes and popular protests aimed at preserving an important cultural symbol.
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