Judge blocks Kennedy Center renovation
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President Donald Trump took control of the Kennedy Center, installed allies on its board and threatened to keep it closed unless his name adorned the façade; a judge blocked renovations.
Trump just shut down the Kennedy Center for “renovations” after a federal judge blocked him from putting his name on the building.
Why is he so obsessed with taking over cultural institutions and the arts?
It’s all part of his attack on the American mind. Watch.
Why is he so obsessed with taking over cultural institutions and the arts?
It’s all part of his attack on the American mind. Watch.
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September 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Trump just shut down the Kennedy Center for “renovations” after a federal judge blocked him from putting his name on the building.
Why is he so obsessed with taking over cultural institutions and the arts?
It’s all part of his attack on the American mind. Watch.
Why is he so obsessed with taking over cultural institutions and the arts?
It’s all part of his attack on the American mind. Watch.
by Amir Attaran
“Nice theatre you’ve got here. It’d be a shame if anything happened to it.”
Trump says Kennedy Center could be ‘ripped down’ without his intervention
The center remained closed Wednesday as management cited “imminent life-safety risks” and a federal judge ordered officials to respond to a challenge to the shutdown.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:38 AM
“Nice theatre you’ve got here. It’d be a shame if anything happened to it.”
by Anna O. Law
I wouldn't call this "fights back." I'd call it administrative and fiscal sabotage and ignoring a court order.
Breaking News: President Trump said he would cancel a $257 million renovation of the Kennedy Center if his name wasn’t added to the building.
Trump Fights Back After Judge Says Name Must Stay Off Kennedy Center
President Trump threatened to cancel a $257 million renovation of the performing arts venue if the judge’s ban was not overturned.
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September 16, 2026 at 1:06 PM
I wouldn't call this "fights back." I'd call it administrative and fiscal sabotage and ignoring a court order.
I do wonder why they can’t just agree to put a giant golden Trump sign over the top, with a clear view to pulling it down as soon as he is gone (one way or another).
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation depends on whether his name is on it ft.trib.al/mFMrwT2
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation depends on whether his name is on it
President’s vow comes after a federal judge rejects effort to rename building
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September 16, 2026 at 8:25 AM
I do wonder why they can’t just agree to put a giant golden Trump sign over the top, with a clear view to pulling it down as soon as he is gone (one way or another).
Chip chip chip. Hard to believe there is a Kennedy in his Cabinet while this is happening. Jack and Jackie spinning in their graves.
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September 17, 2026 at 2:33 AM
Chip chip chip. Hard to believe there is a Kennedy in his Cabinet while this is happening. Jack and Jackie spinning in their graves.
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by Diane Ravitch Reposted by Virginia Sapiro
Darline Graham Nordone supports all the insanity that Trump is doing at the Kennedy Center. @drannieandrews.com doesn't.
Emergency Hearing Sought Over Kennedy Center Closure
After a Democratic lawmaker asked a judge to consider whether the move violates a previous court order, center officials clarified that the closure was intended to last seven days.
After a Democratic lawmaker asked a judge to consider whether the move violates a previous court order, center officials clarified that the closure was intended to last seven days.
Emergency Hearing Sought Over Kennedy Center Closure (Gift Article)
Lawyers for Representative Joyce Beatty, a Democrat who is suing the center, has asked a federal judge to consider whether the closure violates a previous court order.
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September 16, 2026 at 9:58 PM
Darline Graham Nordone supports all the insanity that Trump is doing at the Kennedy Center. @drannieandrews.com doesn't.
Kennedy Center to close for two years because Petulant President cannot get his name on the building www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news...
Kennedy Center to close for two years as Trump says renovation hinges on his name
The Kennedy Center board voted to immediately close the main building for a two-year renovation, hours after a federal judge blocked efforts to put President Trump’s name on the building. NBC News’ Ha...
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September 16, 2026 at 7:34 AM
Kennedy Center to close for two years because Petulant President cannot get his name on the building www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news...
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation depends on whether his name is on it ft.trib.al/mFMrwT2
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation depends on whether his name is on it
President’s vow comes after a federal judge rejects effort to rename building
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September 16, 2026 at 7:48 AM
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation depends on whether his name is on it ft.trib.al/mFMrwT2
“If I can’t have my name on it, it should shut down.”
BREAKING:
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kennedy Center board votes to close over financial woes, Trump branding dispute, AP sources say.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kennedy Center board votes to close over financial woes, Trump branding dispute, AP sources say.
September 16, 2026 at 12:56 PM
“If I can’t have my name on it, it should shut down.”
Kennedy Center Closes Its Doors Despite a Judge’s Order after Petulant President has tantrum
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Kennedy Center Closes Its Doors Despite a Judge’s Order
The announcement came after President Trump said he would cancel a $257 million renovation of the venue if his name is not returned to the building.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 8:58 AM
Kennedy Center Closes Its Doors Despite a Judge’s Order after Petulant President has tantrum
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Kennedy Centre FY2024 had a surplus of $40.7 million under Biden.
Under Trump internal projections showed a $23 million deficit.
Trump destroys everything he touches.
Under Trump internal projections showed a $23 million deficit.
Trump destroys everything he touches.
September 16, 2026 at 11:32 AM
Kennedy Centre FY2024 had a surplus of $40.7 million under Biden.
Under Trump internal projections showed a $23 million deficit.
Trump destroys everything he touches.
Under Trump internal projections showed a $23 million deficit.
Trump destroys everything he touches.