U.S. President Donald Trump made a visit to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, where he embarked on a tour and led a meeting with the board of directors.

This marked his first visit to the renowned arts institution since the beginning of his second term in office.

Trump made headlines when he decided to dismiss the previous board of the Kennedy Center, citing on social media that they did not align with his vision for a “golden age in arts and culture.” He proceeded to appoint his own loyalists to the board, which included individuals such as White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and Usha Vance, the wife of Vice-President JD Vance. Additionally, Trump appointed himself as the chairman of the board.

Supporters of the Republican president have voiced concerns regarding the Kennedy Center’s perceived liberal and “woke” programming. Trump himself expressed dissatisfaction with the state of the center, highlighting what he called “tremendous disrepair” and emphasizing its significance as a cultural hub for both Washington D.C. and the nation.

During the board meeting, Trump raised issues with the recent expansion of the Kennedy Center known as “The Reach,” criticizing the lack of windows in the new spaces and hinting at potential closures. He also outlined plans to enhance the overall quality of the Kennedy Center and its upcoming artistic offerings.

“We are going to have some really good shows,” Trump stated, noting a preference for Broadway hits in the center’s programming.

Despite Trump’s aspirations for the Kennedy Center, several artists and productions, including the popular Broadway musical “Hamilton,” have opted out of performances in protest of his involvement. In response to this, Trump expressed his indifference towards “Hamilton” and other dissenting voices.

Trump also touched upon the costs associated with staging performances at the Kennedy Center, mentioning a situation where musician Lee Greenwood requested to perform at the board meeting but was deterred by the $30,000 price tag to move a piano.

Established in 1971 along the Potomac River, the Kennedy Center has historically enjoyed bipartisan support. However, Trump’s relationship with the institution has been strained since his first term, as evidenced by his consistent absence from the annual honors ceremony.