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Kennedy Center Name Battle Intensifies | Global News
- Published
- August 13, 2026
- Duration
- 1:27
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- Last updated
- Aug 16, 2026
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The Kennedy Center board, many of whom support Trump, voted to reinstate his name on the building — a move blocked by a judge who ruled it violates federal law, requiring Congressional approval for renaming national landmarks. They’re also pushing forward with a two-year renovation closure previously halted by court order, all while facing legal pushback …
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The Kennedy Center board, many of whom support Trump, voted to reinstate his name on the building — a move blocked by a judge who ruled it violates federal law, requiring Congressional approval for renaming national landmarks. They’re also pushing forward with a two-year renovation closure previously halted by court order, all while facing legal pushback and political backlash. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty calls it a blatant attempt to ignore the ruling, while the White House touts Trump’s leaders
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