John F. Kennedy Center Moves for Major Name Change to Trump-Kennedy Performing Arts Center, Per Administration Announcement.

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The leadership board of the iconic performing arts venue has decided to adopt a new name the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to a statement from the White House.

White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt declared online that the board's decision was unanimous, citing "the tremendous efforts President Trump has done over the last year in preserving the building."

"This promises to be a truly great team long into the future! The building will no doubt achieve new levels of success and grandeur," Leavitt added.

The intended name change is expected to be highly controversial, particularly in Washington, D.C., where the center has been an iconic landmark since its completion and christening for President John F. Kennedy.

Recent History of the Venue

Soon after assuming the presidency, President Donald Trump fired all the center's incumbent trustees and appointed loyalists in their place. The freshly appointed board subsequently voted to elect Trump chairman.

The president helped procure approximately $257 million in federal funds to pay for significant upgrades and associated costs at the historic venue.

Historical Roots

The vision for a federal performing arts center began in the 1950s. Following the tragic death of President John F. Kennedy, the 35th president, in 1963, the future venue was dedicated to his memory.

This is a developing story. More details will be published soon.