David Kennerly Resigns from Ford Foundation Board Over Liz Cheney Award Snub

Photographer David Kennerly left the board in protest after Liz Cheney was repeatedly overlooked for a distinguished service medal due to fears of political repercussions.

David Kennerly resigned from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation board citing the rejection of Liz Cheney for a courage award as his reason.
The board feared repercussions from Donald Trump, potentially affecting their tax-exempt status if Cheney, known for opposing Trump, received the award.
Kennerly criticized the board's decision as a failure to uphold the values of courage and integrity that the award is supposed to represent.
Despite multiple nominations for Cheney, the board selected another candidate, leading to Kennerly's resignation and public criticism of the foundation.
Kennerly's departure highlights ongoing tensions within Republican circles over how to handle Trump's influence and the broader implications for democratic values.