Rick Larsen criticizes presidential action regarding board appointment

Rep. Rick Larsen, who has served in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 2nd District since 2001, shared his views on various topics through a series of tweets on February 8 and 9, 2025. Larsen, an advocate for the arts and their role in narrating U.S. history, expressed concern over recent actions by the President.On February 8, 2025, Rep. Rick Larsen tweeted:

“As someone who appreciates the arts & their role in telling U.S. history in all its glory & pain, the President’s actions are concerning at the least. The law does not allow him to appoint himself chair of the board. I am not even certain he knows what the chair of the board…”

Later that day, he posted another tweet:

“From @kencen President Deborah Rutter:”

This tweet references a statement or communication from Deborah Rutter, president of the Kennedy Center.On February 9, 2025, Rep. Larsen showed support for his local sports team with a tweet stating:

“Go @Seahawks.#SBLIX”

This tweet was made during Super Bowl LIX.