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Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down

Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down

Summary

Thousands of people gathered outside the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., to protest President Donald Trump’s plans that might involve closing and tearing down the center. The event included a human chain around the building to show their concern.

Key Facts

  • The protest took place outside the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
  • Thousands of people attended the protest on a Friday evening.
  • Participants came from a nearby subway stop and filled the streets in the Foggy Bottom area.
  • The protest caused traffic delays in the area.
  • Many protesters carried signs expressing their opposition.
  • Protesters formed a human chain by holding hands around the Kennedy Center.
  • The protest was a response to President Trump’s threat to close and tear down the facility.
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