US Judge Orders Removal of Trump's Name from Kennedy Center
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- A US judge has ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, citing the need for congressional approval for such changes.
- The center's planned temporary closure for renovations was also blocked.
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A US judge has ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the title of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, citing the need for congressional approval for such changes. The center's planned temporary closure for renovations was also blocked.
Trump's name must be removed from the institution's title, its façade, and all signage and materials within 14 days. A spokesperson for the center announced plans to appeal the decision.
The controversy began after Trump replaced several trustees in February 2025 and appointed himself as chairman. The board then voted to rename the center to include Trump's name, leading to artist cancellations and declining ticket sales.
Judge Christopher Cooper's ruling stated that congressional approval is required for renaming the federal facility. The center's spokeswoman, Roma Daravi, expressed confidence that the appeal would succeed, highlighting the secured $257 million for renovations approved by Congress.
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, who challenged the changes, welcomed the ruling, stating the center belongs to the American people, not Trump.
Trump responded on social media, indicating he would work with Congress to transfer the institution back and criticized the current state of the center.
