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Trump to Close Kennedy Center for Renovations Amid Performer Backlash

Washington, D.C. – United States President Donald Trump announced plans on Sunday to close the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts for two years, beginning in July, for renovations. The announcement followed a series of cancellations by leading performers, musicians, and groups after Trump ousted the previous leadership and added his name to the building, according to Al Jazeera.

The closure comes after a wave of cancellations by prominent artists in response to the president's actions at the Kennedy Center, Al Jazeera reported. Trump's decision to add his name to the building and remove the previous leadership sparked controversy within the arts community.

The Kennedy Center has not yet released details regarding the scope of the renovations or the total cost of the project. The two-year closure is expected to significantly impact the performing arts scene in Washington, D.C.

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