The Kennedy Center is facing significant leadership changes as several top officials resign within days or weeks of their appointments. Notably, the newly appointed head of programming, Kevin Couch, stepped down just 12 days after his hiring was announced, along with other senior executives. This series of resignations has raised concerns about the governance of the arts institution, which is currently under the influence of Donald Trump. The swift departures suggest an atmosphere of instability at the Kennedy Center, prompting questions about the future direction of its programming and administration.