Trump's Name Removed from Kennedy Center Building

On June 13, 2026, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., began the process of removing President Donald Trump's name from its facade. Matt Floca, the executive director of the Kennedy Center, informed a federal court that the institution had complied with a court order to remove all signage associated with Trump. Although the physical removal of the name was underway, a tarp covered the area, obscuring visibility for onlookers. A reporter noted that the letters spelling Trump's name were no longer attached to the building. The removal follows a legal battle where two courts denied the Kennedy Center's request to keep Trump's name pending an appeal. Representative Joyce Beatty, who advocated for the removal, expressed her satisfaction with the decision, stating, 'Today’s victory is the beginning of returning the Kennedy Center to the American people.' The Kennedy Center's history dates back to its construction in 1964, dedicated to President John F. Kennedy, and the removal of Trump's name marks a significant change in its narrative. Questions remain about the future direction of the Kennedy Center following this decision.