President Trump to Attend "Les Misérables" Opening Night at Kennedy Center Amid Political Turmoil

Presidential Attendance at Opening Night: President Trump and the first lady are scheduled to attend the premiere of “Les Misérables” at the Kennedy Center, a production the president has often expressed admiration for. Presidential Attendance at Opening Night: President Trump and the first lady are scheduled to attend the premiere of “Les Misérables” at the Kennedy Center, a production the president has often expressed admiration for.

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