Trump's Name Removed from Kennedy Center Following Court Order

A federal judge ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center, with the Justice Department certifying compliance by the noon deadline on June 13. The certification confirmed that Trump's name has been removed from all physical signage, as well as from employees' email signatures, communications, letterhead, brochures, promotional materials, press releases, signs, and contracts. Trump's name had also been removed from the Kennedy Center's website and YouTube page. The Trump administration had requested a 12-hour extension for the removal due to safety concerns from thunderstorms, but this request was denied by a federal appeals court. The administration previously argued that the removal could hinder fundraising efforts and confuse the public, stating that Trump was uniquely positioned to support the center's operations.