U.S.A Vice President J.D. Vance viciously booed at Kennedy Center following Trump's takeover

Vice President J.D. Vance was met with loud boos as he took his seat at Washington’s Kennedy Center on Thursday night, following President Donald Trump’s controversial move to appoint himself as chairman of the prestigious arts institution.

 

In a video captured by Andrew Roth of The Guardian, Vance is seen stepping into his box alongside his wife, Usha Vance. As they settle in, the initial jeers quickly grow louder as more attendees recognize his presence. One audience member is even heard shouting, “Kill that light!” in an apparent attempt to remove him from view.

 

Despite the frosty reception, Vance appeared unfazed, calmly sipping his drink before waving to the crowd with a grin. The Vice President and his wife were attending a performance by the National Symphony Orchestra, which has been a fixture at the Kennedy Center since it opened in 1971.

 

The backlash comes after Trump’s stunning decision in February to take control of the Kennedy Center, citing concerns over its programming—including drag performances. He claimed his leadership would ensure the institution is “good and not woke.”

 

Trump, who previously admitted he had never attended a single show at the Kennedy Center, was officially elected chairman of the board on February 12, replacing David M. Rubenstein. He also dismissed longtime president Deborah F. Rutter and removed Biden-appointed board members, replacing them with his own selections—including Usha Vance.



The move has sparked significant pushback from the entertainment industry. Actress Issa Rae canceled her sold-out event “An Evening with Issa Rae” in February, while Broadway producer Jeffrey Seller withdrew Hamilton from its scheduled 2026 run at the venue. Renowned producer Shonda Rhimes also resigned from the Kennedy Center Board in protest.

 

The White House and Kennedy Center have yet to comment on the latest controversy.

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