Vice President JD Vance Booed at Kennedy Center Concert Following Trump-Led Overhaul

Audience members voiced opposition to cultural policy changes implemented after Donald Trump assumed control of the Kennedy Center.

US Vice President JD Vance and his wife were met with loud boos during their attendance at a National Symphony Orchestra performance in Washington, D.C.
The backlash follows President Donald Trump's recent appointment of himself as chairman of the Kennedy Center and the dismissal of board members appointed by the previous administration.
Trump's changes include efforts to remove 'woke' programming, leading to the cancellation of events like the popular musical 'Hamilton' and protests from artists and performers.
The Kennedy Center's new leadership, including interim director Richard Grenell, has faced criticism for altering the institution's artistic direction and policies.
The incident reflects broader tensions in the cultural sector over the administration's approach to arts and entertainment.