Singer Sonia De Los Santos cancels Kennedy Center concerts
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Key Points:
- Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sonia De Los Santos canceled her scheduled performances at the Kennedy Center, citing the venue's current climate as unwelcoming to her and her audience, particularly given her immigrant background.
- De Los Santos expressed concerns about freedom of expression and the representation of immigrant stories, while the Kennedy Center spokesperson disputed her claims, calling them offensive and accusing her of discrimination.
- The cancellations follow a series of artist withdrawals from the Kennedy Center after President Donald Trump took control of its board and attempted to rebrand it as the Trump-Kennedy Center, sparking controversy and accusations of politicization.
- Notable artists like Bela Fleck, Stephen Schwartz, and the group Asian AF have also canceled appearances, citing political and scheduling
