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Facing Boycott, Trump Quits Kennedy Center Honors
The White House said Trump and the first lady have backed out of attending the annual Washington event.
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Facing Boycott, Trump Quits Kennedy Center Honors

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Facing Boycott, Trump Quits Kennedy Center Honors

The White House said Trump and the first lady have backed out of attending the annual Washington event.

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