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flag Jean Davidson is leaving the Kennedy Center to lead the Wallis Annenberg Center in LA amid leadership shifts under Trump's influence.

flag Jean Davidson, executive director of the National Symphony Orchestra at the John F. Kennedy Center, is leaving to become CEO of the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles. flag Her departure is part of a wave of leadership changes at the Kennedy Center since President Donald Trump asserted control, leading to a proposed name change, artist cancellations, and the end of the Washington National Opera’s residency. flag Davidson cited external pressures and a challenging environment as reasons for her move, while noting progress in fundraising and financial stability during her tenure. flag The Kennedy Center plans a two-year closure for construction, drawing criticism. flag She will succeed Robert van Leer at the Wallis.

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