On May 29, 2026, a federal judge ruled that the addition of President Donald Trump's name to the Kennedy Center was illegal. The judge also issued an order preventing the administration from closing the venue for major renovations.
Federal Judge Rules Trump's Name Added to Kennedy Center Illegally
A federal judge has determined that President Trump's name was unlawfully added to the Kennedy Center, leading to a ruling that blocks the administration from closing the venue for renovations. The decision was made on May 29, 2026.
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Federal Judge Rules Trump's Name Added to Kennedy Center Illegally