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politics4 hrs ago
Kennedy Center Faces Uncertainty After Court Blocks Closure and Renaming
A federal judge halted a two-year closure and ordered removal of the president's name from the building. Programming has been pulled and audiences have declined since the takeover.
nbcnews.comfinance6 hrs ago
Kennedy Center Removes Trump Joke from Whitney Cummings Mark Twain Prize Broadcast
The Kennedy Center asked Whitney Cummings to remove a joke about President Donald Trump from the Netflix broadcast of the June 28 Mark Twain Prize ceremony. The comedian discussed the request on her podcast and clarified that Netflix made no edits.
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tvinsider.compolitics2 days ago
Bill Maher Says Trump Feels Betrayed After Maher Received Kennedy Center Award Despite Administration Opposition
Comedian Bill Maher claimed President Donald Trump feels betrayed following their continued feud after a 2025 dinner. Maher addressed the matter while discussing his acceptance of the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, where Trump is chairman.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics9 days ago
Appeals Court Upholds Order Removing Trump's Name from Kennedy Center but Leaves Renovation Dispute Unresolved
A federal appeals court on July 8 denied President Trump's bid to pause a lower court order directing removal of his name from the Kennedy Center. The unsigned ruling noted the name had already been taken down and found no evidence of irreparable harm to the institution.
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politics10 days ago
Senate Democrat expands probe into Kennedy Center spending
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is expanding an investigation into alleged mismanagement of federal funds at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. The inquiry focuses on spending decisions by the venue's leadership.
Forbespolitics12 days agoUpdated
Appeals Court Denies Stay on Trump Name Removal From Kennedy Center
A federal appeals court rejected requests to keep President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center during further appeals. The panel found no evidence of irreparable harm from the removal that occurred in June.
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kpbs.orgworld18 days agoUpdated
Kennedy Center Offers Paid Packages and Free Viewing for July 4 Fireworks
The Kennedy Center is selling premium packages up to $25,000 for rooftop viewing of the Washington, D.C., July 4 fireworks. Free viewing remains available on the REACH plaza as the center faces legal and financial disputes.
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Washington Examinerpolitics20 days ago
Kennedy Center Offers $25,000 VIP Package for July 4 Fireworks
The Kennedy Center is selling high-priced ticket packages for its Independence Day fireworks event. A federal judge has ordered the center to remain open despite earlier plans to close for renovations.
abcnews.go.compolitics20 days ago
Justice Department Appeals Order to Remove Trump Name From Kennedy Center, Citing Donor Conditions
The Justice Department filed an emergency appeal this week asking a federal court to preserve President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center building while litigation continues. Officials warned that removing the name would require returning hundreds of millions of dollars in condi…
The Free Presspolitics22 days ago
Kennedy Center Hosts Twain Prize Ceremony for Bill Maher
Bill Maher received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center last night. Multiple performers used the stage to mock the president while a tarp covered the building's facade after a court order removed his name from the signage.
bleedingcool.compolitics22 days ago
Comedians Roast President at Kennedy Center Twain Prize Event
Comedians gathered at the Kennedy Center to honor Bill Maher with the Mark Twain Prize. Several performers directed jokes at President Trump during the ceremony. A tarp outside covered the site of a prior name change that a court later blocked.
bleedingcool.compolitics22 days ago
Comedian receives Mark Twain Prize at Kennedy Center
Bill Maher accepted the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on Sunday. The ceremony took place while a federal court order blocks the venue's planned closure and requires removal of a name added to the building's facade.
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tvinsider.compolitics22 days agoUpdated
Bill Maher receives Mark Twain Prize at Kennedy Center
Comedian Bill Maher accepted the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on Sunday. The ceremony occurred while the venue operates under a new board and faces an uncertain schedule after recent leadership turnover.
Washington Examinerpolitics27 days agoUpdated
Judge Orders Report on Kennedy Center Tarp by July 31
A federal judge directed the Kennedy Center to file a status report explaining the tarp and scaffolding still covering the building's facade. The order follows removal of a sign added earlier this month and sets a deadline tied to the next board meeting or the end of July.
foxbusiness.compolitics28 days ago
Trump Administration Advances Four Washington Construction Projects
The administration has started or completed work on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a new White House ballroom, a planned triumphal arch, and renovations at the Kennedy Center. Three of the projects face lawsuits or cost overruns.
truthout.orgpolitics27 days agoUpdated
Judge Orders Trump Administration to Report on Kennedy Center Tarp by July 31
U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper directed the Trump administration to file a joint status report on the Kennedy Center tarp and scaffolding. The filing is due within seven days of a mid-July board meeting or by July 31, whichever comes first. The order addresses the coverin…
The Hillpolitics29 days ago
Lawmakers seek removal of tarp at Kennedy Center
Lawyers for an ex officio board member asked a federal appeals court to order the tarp removed and the original name restored. The motion follows a district court order that required changes to signage at the arts center.
foxnews.compolitics28 days agoUpdated
Photos Show Blank Facade After Removal of President Trump's Name From Kennedy Center
New images published June 22, 2026, confirm the name has been taken down following a federal court order. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled only Congress can change the name given by statute. The Kennedy Center board will weigh renovation options in mid-July.
Abc Newsbusiness31 days ago
Kennedy Center Submits Three Renovation Options to Board After Court Blocks July Closure and Orders Name Removal
Executive director Matt Floca filed three renovation plans with U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper on June 19. The Kennedy Center board will review the options in mid-July.
Newsweekpolitics31 days ago
Kennedy Center Keeps Tarps Over Facade After Court-Ordered Removal of Trump Name
A federal judge ordered removal of President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center by mid-June. Attorneys for Representative Joyce Beatty now question why tarps remain in place more than a week later.
The Hillpolitics31 days ago
Administration Files Plan for Possible Partial Kennedy Center Closure
The Trump administration told a federal court it is still weighing a partial closure of the Kennedy Center for renovations even after an earlier order kept the center open. Officials said work could run from July through December.
consequenceofsound.netpolitics31 days agoUpdated
Judge Blocks Kennedy Center Two-Year Closure; Center Says It Will Stay Open but Not Restore Cancelled Shows
The Kennedy Center told a federal court it plans to keep the building open after July 5 but will not reschedule cancelled shows. Management will present renovation options to its board in mid-July.
The Guardianpolitics35 days ago
Court orders removal of president's name from Kennedy Center signage
A federal judge directed the removal of the president's name from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts signage, website and documents. The ruling also blocked a planned two-year closure for renovations.
pinknews.co.ukpolitics36 days agoUpdated
Workers Remove Trump Name From Kennedy Center After Court Order; Endowment in His Name Planned
Crews took down the letters spelling President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center early Saturday, hours after a federal judge's deadline. The action followed a December 2025 board vote that had added his name to the venue.
Usa Todaypolitics36 days ago
Trump Executive Actions Face More Than 800 Lawsuits as Courts Weigh Key Cases
An NYU-connected tracker shows over 800 suits filed since January 2025. Birthright citizenship, IRS settlement, Kennedy Center name, and mail-in voting orders remain in litigation.
Nbc Newspolitics37 days ago
Trump Discusses Kennedy Center Renovation and White House Projects
President Trump inspected new seating options at the Kennedy Center with Sen. Lindsey Graham earlier this year. He has also spoken about a planned White House ballroom, Reflecting Pool resurfacing, and a proposed 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial.
Al Jazeerapolitics34 days agoUpdated
District Judge Rules Congress Must Approve Kennedy Center Name Change
Crews finished taking down the letters early Saturday after a federal judge ruled only Congress can rename the venue. The work followed a Friday deadline set in a May 29 ruling.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics34 days agoUpdated
Court Clears Path for Removal of Trump Name From Kennedy Center
A federal judge and appeals court rejected last-minute requests to keep President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center, leaving the institution with hours to comply with a Friday deadline. Workers erected scaffolding outside the building but had not begun removal by 7 p.m.
Fox Newspolitics38 days agoUpdated
Judge Rules Congress Holds Exclusive Authority Over Kennedy Center Naming
The Kennedy Center told a federal judge that all references to the president have been removed from its building, grounds and website by the noon Saturday deadline. Construction crews began taking down added lettering early Saturday morning after a judge ruled the board lacked au…
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newser.compolitics39 days ago
Washington National Opera Sues Kennedy Center for Return of $17 Million in Donor Funds
The opera company ended its 15-year partnership in January and now seeks return of restricted donations. The Kennedy Center called the claims meritless.
Washington Examinerpolitics34 days agoUpdated
Kennedy Center Board Files Appeal of Judge’s Order on Trump Name
A federal judge had ruled that the Washington arts institution must take the president’s name off its facade by Friday.
Washington Examinerpolitics43 days agoUpdated
Judge Rules Kennedy Center Name Change Unlawful, Orders Trump References Removed by June 12 While Blocking Renovation
A federal court ruled the board acted unlawfully when it renamed the venue and blocked its planned two-year closure. Staff began removing signage and digital references this week.
upi.compolitics43 days ago
Judge Rules Only Congress May Change Kennedy Center Statutory Name
The performing arts venue acted days before a June 12 internal deadline. A federal judge had ruled only Congress can change the center’s name.
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variety.compolitics44 days agoUpdated
D.C. Judge Dismisses Kennedy Center Suit Against Chuck Redd, Citing Unsigned Contract
A Superior Court judge ruled no signed contract existed and dismissed the case with prejudice under the District of Columbia’s Anti-SLAPP law on June 6, 2026.
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justjared.comworld47 days ago
Kennedy Center Ordered to Remove Trump Name from Signage by June 12
Attorneys for the Kennedy Center directed staff to remove references to President Donald Trump from signage and documents. The action follows a federal judge's order last week requiring the center to revert to its prior name within 14 days.
foxnews.compolitics47 days agoUpdated
Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Restore Trump Name by June 12, Halts Renovations
A federal judge ruled May 29 that President Trump's name was added to the Kennedy Center without legal authority. The center must complete all name changes by June 12.
abcnews.go.compolitics48 days ago
Virginia Man Sentenced to 15 Months for Threatening Ric Grenell Over Kennedy Center Rename Dispute
Scott Allen Bolger received 15 months in prison after sending a threatening text to Ric Grenell. Grenell delivered a victim impact statement at the sentencing hearing on Wednesday.
Fox Newspolitics48 days ago
Federal judge orders removal of president's name from Kennedy Center
A U.S. District Court judge ruled that only Congress can rename the Kennedy Center. The decision requires the removal of the sitting president's name from the venue.
Fox Newspolitics48 days ago
President faces multiple setbacks on funding plan, arts center, and public projects
A federal judge blocked a planned renaming of the Kennedy Center and a two-year shutdown. The administration ended a proposed $1.8 billion fund after objections from members of the president's party. Public reaction has also been reported on several White House construction and c…
Fox Newspolitics52 days ago
Judge Rules Kennedy Center Cannot Close or Be Renamed Without Congress
A federal judge ruled that only Congress can rename the Kennedy Center and ordered the removal of President Trump's name from the building and materials. The decision also blocks a planned two-year closure during renovations.
consequenceofsound.netpolitics52 days ago
Judge Blocks Kennedy Center Name Change and Summer Closure in Dispute Over Board Authority
@CBSNews reported that U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled the Kennedy Center board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name and ordered its removal from signage and materials.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics53 days ago
Trump Says He Will Transfer Kennedy Center Control to Congress
President Trump stated he would hand oversight of the Kennedy Center to Congress after a federal judge blocked his earlier plan to close and renovate the venue.
Deadlinepolitics53 days agoUpdated
Judge Rules Kennedy Center Must Retain Trump Name
A federal judge ruled Friday that the Kennedy Center board violated the law by adding President Donald Trump's name to the venue and ordered the name removed within two weeks. The same ruling blocked a planned two-year closure for renovations.
myfrenchlife.orgworld59 days ago
French Film About 1790s Vendee Uprising Premieres in Washington
A French historical film depicting resistance in western France during the 1790s received its U.S. premiere on Sunday. The screening took place at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington.
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Fox Newspolitics90 days ago
Trump Kennedy Center Releases Images of Deterioration Ahead of $257 Million Renovation
The Trump Kennedy Center has disclosed images and documents showing infrastructure damage as part of a planned $257 million renovation. Officials cited decades of deferred maintenance, including water damage and rusted systems. Debate continues over a potential two-year closure f…
jurist.orgfinance95 days agoUpdated
Kennedy Center to Shut Down and Implement Operational Changes
A former staffer at the Kennedy Center detailed experiences amid the institution's takeover by the administration and an announced two-year shutdown. The account highlights staff layoffs, artwork management issues, and shifts in fundraising and programming. These changes reflect…