On Tuesday, Trump introduced singer George Strait, Broadway legend Michael Crawford, actor Sylvester Stallone, singer Gloria Gaynor, and rock band KISS will likely be this yr’s honorees.
But when Trump has his approach, subsequent yr’s gala may see him honoring himself.
The president confessed a Kennedy Middle Honor is on his private bucket listing, telling reporters: “Since 1978, the Kennedy Middle Honors have been among the many most prestigious awards within the performing arts. I needed one, [but] I used to be by no means in a position to get one.”
As muffled laughter echoed within the room, Trump continued: “It’s true. I’d have taken it if they might have known as me. I waited and waited and waited and mentioned, the hell with it, I will develop into chairman, and I will give myself an honor.”
He then teased: “Possibly subsequent yr we’ll honor Trump, okay?”