Thu Feb 20 22:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Kennedy Center Evacuated After Bomb Threat Targeting Shen Yun Performance
**Washington, D.C.** – The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts was evacuated Thursday morning following a bomb threat. A spokesperson for the Kennedy Center confirmed the threat specifically targeted Shen Yun, a touring dance troupe performing at the Center. Shen Yun, which is banned in China, has ties to the Falun Gong religious group.
The Kennedy Center’s security team responded swiftly, adhering to established protocols. The U.S. Park Police, assisted by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit, are currently investigating the incident. A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police Department confirmed the bomb threat was reported earlier in the morning. No injuries were reported. The investigation is ongoing.
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