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Whistleblowers Claim Trump Secured No-Bid Kennedy Center Contracts

7/11/2026

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Whistleblowers allege President Donald Trump’s push for Kennedy Center events produced no-bid contracts that bypassed federal rules.
The Kennedy Center renovation was awarded without competition, prompting a congressional whistleblower filing and a letter from Senator Sheldon Whitehouse demanding details, raising concerns about public-fund use.
Low Country Flooring won an $8 million, five-year flooring contract after posting a prayer photo with President Donald Trump, which the Kennedy Center says followed proper procedures.

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Whistleblowers allege President Donald Trump’s push for Kennedy Center events produced no-bid contracts that bypassed federal rules.
The Kennedy Center renovation was awarded without competition, prompting a congressional whistleblower filing and a letter from Senator Sheldon Whitehouse demanding details, raising concerns about public-fund use.
Low Country Flooring won an $8 million, five-year flooring contract after posting a prayer photo with President Donald Trump, which the Kennedy Center says followed proper procedures.