Since taking office, Trump has taken an intense interest in the Kennedy Center, making his fourth visit to the institution on Friday to survey contractor plans to renovate the complex. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Trump’s signature piece of legislation, included $257 million to upgrade the facility.

President Donald Trump visited a gift shop near the White House and stopped by the Kennedy Center on Friday, all while his federal takeover of Washington is keeping residents on edge.

President Donald Trump announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 5.