Event Brief
Trump Announces 2-Year Closure of Kennedy Center
Filed: Feb 03, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: The Kennedy Center will close for renovations after artist cancellations.
WHO: President Trump, Liz Landers, Barbara Comstock
WHAT: Announcement of closure for renovations
WHEN: Feb 02, 2026 at 6:35 PM ET
WHERE: John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
WHY: Necessary for renovations due to multiple cancellations
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