Trump’s name is still on the Kennedy Center, though officials say it will be down by noon
Summary
President Donald Trump’s name remains on the Kennedy Center building in Washington, D.C., despite a court order to remove it by Friday. Removal work is delayed due to weather, but officials expect to finish by noon Saturday after the court extended the deadline.Key Facts
- A judge ordered the Kennedy Center to remove President Trump’s name from the building and its operations by Friday.
- The Kennedy Center asked to extend the removal deadline to noon Saturday because thunderstorms caused delays.
- Workers set up scaffolding to take down the name and covered it with tarps after midnight.
- Supporters and protesters gathered outside the Kennedy Center during the removal process.
- Rep. Joyce Beatty, who sued to remove Trump’s name, was present at the site.
- The judge ruled that only Congress can rename the Kennedy Center and blocked planned renovations.
- President Trump replaced the Kennedy Center’s leadership and made himself chairman, adding his name to the building during his second term.
- The Kennedy Center appealed the ruling, arguing the renovations are needed and criticizing the court decision.
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