Since Donald Trump resumed presidential power in January 2025, one American institution in particular has seen a great many changes under his rule: The Kennedy Center. The billionaire businessman also appointed himself as its new chairman, making him the first president to assume the role. Under Trump’s direction, the Kennedy Center experienced a number of programming changes. As people continue expressing their opposition to the president’s Kennedy Center leadership with each new administrative development, Billboard is keeping track of it all. See a list of musicians who have canceled appearances at the institution below.