To the Kennedy family, the arts center represents John F. Kennedy’s lasting vision, not just another nameplate. The idea of adding Donald Trump’s name feels, to them, like rewriting history rather than honoring it—a concern Maria Shriver voiced with visible anger. Critics point out that Trump now leads the board, helped appoint its members, and has long sought the recognition, blurring the line between stewardship and self-promotion. What’s unfolding isn’t simply a dispute over a building, but a larger battle over power, legacy, and who gets to shape America’s cultural memory.
