BREAKING: Kerry Kennedy, sister of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has announced an audacious plan to remove President Donald J. Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. In a fiery post on X (formerly Twitter) just hours ago, Kennedy declared she would take a pickaxe to the controversial nameplate once Trump leaves office.
“Three years and one month from today, I’m going to grab a pickax and pull those letters off that building,” Kennedy wrote, urging followers to join her in this bold act. The center, now officially named “The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts,” has ignited outrage among members of the Kennedy family and supporters nationwide.
The name change was confirmed late Friday, following a board vote selected by Trump himself. This move has raised eyebrows regarding its legality, as the Kennedy Center was designated a memorial to John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, by Congress in 1964. The board’s authority to execute such a renaming is under scrutiny.
Maria Shriver, niece of the late President Kennedy, expressed her disbelief on X, stating,
“Some things leave you speechless, and enraged, and in a state of disbelief. It’s beyond comprehension that this sitting president has sought to rename this great memorial dedicated to President Kennedy.”
In her posts, Shriver criticized the decision as “undignified” and “downright weird,” calling on Americans to recognize the absurdity of the situation. She further questioned what Trump might attempt next, suggesting that federal landmarks should not be treated as personal trophies.
Joe Kennedy III also weighed in, affirming that the Kennedy Center serves as a living tribute to his uncle, stating,
“The Kennedy Center is named for President Kennedy by federal law. It can no sooner be renamed than can someone rename the Lincoln Memorial.”
The backlash against the renaming is growing, with many seeing it as a direct affront to Kennedy’s legacy. Kerry Kennedy’s call to action has resonated widely, as social media buzzes with reactions and support for her initiative. The emotional weight of this historic site being tied to a polarizing figure like Trump has galvanized public sentiment.
As the situation develops, the future of the Kennedy Center remains uncertain. Legal experts and political analysts are closely monitoring the implications of this name change. The Kennedy family’s public dissent may spark further political and social discourse on national identity and historical remembrance.
Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding story as voices from both sides of the political spectrum continue to react. It is clear that the renaming of the Kennedy Center has ignited a passionate debate that will not fade away easily.
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