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Richard Grenell’s scorched-earth term at Trump’s Kennedy Center

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Richard Grenell’s tenure as head of the Kennedy Center, starting in February 2025, was marked by controversy and cultural shifts. His leadership led to artist cancellations, audience boycotts and a planned two-year closure for renovations. Grenell’s approach aligned with Trump’s “anti-woke” agenda, but faced criticism for alienating artists and staff. Despite fundraising claims, ticket sales have plummeted, according to a Washington Post analysis.

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