House Republicans on Tuesday advanced a measure that would rename the Kennedy Center's opera house after first lady Melania Trump — as President Trump boosts his influence over the center.

When Donald and Melania Trump attended “Les Mis” at Kennedy Center, the crowd cheered and booed. Weeks later, the opera house may bear her name, title

House Republicans voted to rename the Kennedy Center’s Opera House after Melania Trump, sparking partisan debate and scrutiny over proposed arts funding cuts.