Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump’s name by Friday deadline
Summary
The Kennedy Center board, chosen by President Donald Trump, is trying to delay a court order that requires removing Trump's name from the performing arts center by this Friday. A judge ruled that only Congress can change the Center’s name and blocked planned renovations until the issue is resolved.Key Facts
- A judge ruled on May 29 that Trump’s name was added illegally to the Kennedy Center.
- The judge ordered the removal of Trump's name by this Friday.
- Only Congress has the power to change the Kennedy Center’s name, according to the court.
- The judge also stopped planned major renovations at the Kennedy Center that were set to begin in July.
- President Trump replaced the Kennedy Center’s leadership and appointed a new board after starting his second term.
- The new board sought a stay (delay) of the court ruling on Thursday.
- The Kennedy Center’s website and recent emails no longer include Trump’s name.
- A lawsuit to remove Trump's name was filed by Rep. Joyce Beatty, who is also on the Kennedy Center board.
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