The Kennedy Center will move forward with a two-year closure of the sprawling performing arts venue to allow for substantial renovation work, while some outdoor programming may continue, according to two people familiar with the matter.⁠ ⁠ The decision, made Thursday by a board largely composed of President Donald Trump’s allies, amounts to a doubling down of the institution’s initial plan so changes could be made that leaders said were necessary for safety. Critics have raised concerns that Trump could move ahead with more drastic renovations as part of his second-term effort to remodel Washington in his image.⁠ ⁠ By Steven Sloan | The Associated Press⁠ ⁠ Click our link in bio for the full story. ⁠ ⁠ #washingtondc #maryland #virginia #pgcounty #dc #districtofcolumbia #dmv #northernvirginia #alexandriava #northernva #arlingtonva #fairfaxcounty #nova #md #mocomd #pgcountymd