Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name to venue, close for two years
Summary
The Kennedy Center board voted to close the center for two years and put President Donald Trump’s name back on the building. This decision comes after a court ordered the removal of Trump’s name, leading to ongoing legal disputes and criticism from some board members.Key Facts
- The Kennedy Center board decided to close the center for two years.
- The board also voted to restore President Trump’s name to the building.
- A court had previously ordered Trump’s name to be removed.
- Representative Joyce Beatty, a board member, criticized the move and said it ignores Congress’s authority.
- Last year, the center was renamed to include Trump’s name, causing controversy and legal battles.
- A judge ruled only Congress can change the building’s name, not the board.
- The closure was chosen over other options like partial or phased closures for repairs.
- The Kennedy Center is involved in lawsuits, including one where a musician was awarded $250,000 after canceling a performance due to the renaming.
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