Caroline Kennedy Meets Trump Amid Kennedy Center Overhaul

Caroline Kennedy is preparing to meet with Donald Trump regarding his recent overhaul of the Kennedy Center, where he has assumed the role of chairman after firing the board and its president. Kennedy, an Emeritus Trustee at the center named after her father, will be joined by her daughter, Rose Kennedy Schlossberg, who has voiced concerns over the Trump administration's policies, particularly regarding trans athletes. Trump’s changes include an intention to end drag shows at the institution, which he labeled 'anti-American propaganda.' Following these changes, several prominent figures in the arts community, including Shonda Rhimes and Ben Folds, have stepped down from their roles at the Kennedy Center. This meeting signifies a significant confrontation between the Kennedy family legacy and Trump’s approach to cultural institutions. The Kennedy Center has long been a bipartisan landmark, known for its prestigious awards and performances.