Trump PANICS and SHUTS DOWN the Kennedy Center — Outrage ERUPTS February 23, 2026 by Youssef ADVERTISEMENT Harmful to artists, audiences, and cultural heritage. Supporters Argued It Was: A necessary overhaul of aging infrastructure. A chance to modernize and re-energize the center for future generations. A decision grounded in long-term vision rather than short-term politics. Polls indicated a split along partisan lines, with opinions largely reflecting broader national political divides. Vandalism and Escalating Tensions ←PreviousNext→