Judge Rules Against Adding Trump's Name to Kennedy Center, Blocks Closure
US District Judge Casey Cooper has ruled that the Kennedy Center cannot be renamed for President Donald Trump, blocking the board's decision to close the center for renovations. The judge emphasized that the center's name, established by Congress, is to honor President John F. Kennedy, and only Congress can authorize a name change. The ruling requires the removal of Trump's name from all signage and digital references within two weeks. The decision follows a lawsuit by Rep. Joyce Beatty, who argued that the board failed to consider its statutory obligations in planning the closure. The center can proceed with renovations but must maintain some programming as required by law. 
