đŸ”— Share this article John F. Kennedy Center Moves for Significant Renaming to Trump-Kennedy Performing Arts Center, Per Administration Announcement. Image Source The governing board of the iconic performing arts venue has decided to change its name the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to a statement from the White House. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced via a post that the board's decision was unanimous, attributing it to "the tremendous efforts President Trump has done over the last year in preserving the building." "This is destined to be a truly great team long into the future! The building will no doubt attain new levels of prestige and accomplishment," Leavitt noted. The planned renaming is expected to be extremely contentious, particularly in Washington, D.C., where the center has stood as an beloved institution since its completion and dedication for President John F. Kennedy. Background of the Institution Not long after taking office, President Donald Trump replaced all the center's existing board members and installed supporters in their stead. The freshly appointed board later moved to name Trump the chairman. The president later secured approximately $257 million in federal funds to pay for significant upgrades and other financial needs at the aging venue. Inception The vision for a federal performing arts center was first proposed in the 1950s. Following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the 35th president, in 1963, the then-under-construction venue was christened the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. This is a developing story. More details will be published soon.