John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

A three-judge panel denied the Kennedy Center’s board request to restore President Donald Trump’s name to the institution pending an appeal. The board had sought to reverse a prior ruling that declared the name change illegal, but the judges found the request lacked evidence of irreparable harm.

A White House report criticizes the Smithsonian Institution's leadership, particularly the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted to present American history objectively. The report, released by the Domestic Policy Council, is part of President Donald Trump's efforts to reform cultural institutions he views as promoting 'divisive narratives.' The Smithsonian did not immediately respond to the allegations.

A White House report criticizes the Smithsonian Institution's leadership, especially the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted to tell America's story objectively. The report, from the Domestic Policy Council, suggests President Donald Trump may replace the leadership to address what it calls extreme political activism.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the introduction of U.S. dollar bills featuring President Donald Trump’s signature to commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday. The move aligns with Trump’s efforts to imprint his name on institutions, including the U.S. Institute of Peace and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, though a court later removed his name from the latter.

Donald Trump's failed attempt to rename the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts led to jokes at a Washington DC gala. A tarpaulin concealed his erased name on the building's facade to comply with a court order. Comedian Bill Maher received the Mark Twain prize at the event.

Donald Trump's failed attempt to rename the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after himself became a source of humor at a Washington DC gala where Bill Maher received the Mark Twain prize. A court order led to Trump's name being removed from the building's facade, which remained obscured by a tarpaulin during the event.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., is covered by a tarp and scaffolding after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. The removal followed a federal appeals court upholding a judge’s ruling that blocked Trump’s attempt to rename the center and halt its operations. The center’s spokesperson stated the tarp will remain during facade maintenance.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., has a tarp covering its facade after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. The removal occurred after a federal appeals court upheld a deadline to take down Trump’s name, which he had added during his efforts to control the center’s governance and programming. A spokesperson stated the tarp and scaffolding will remain for maintenance work on the building’s exterior.

The facade of the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., is covered by a tarp after President Donald Trump's name was removed following a court order. The tarp remains in place during maintenance work, as legal challenges and court decisions continue regarding Trump's involvement with the center's governance and name.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., is covered by a tarp days after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. The removal occurred after a federal appeals court upheld a deadline to take down Trump’s name, which he had added during his second term, and a judge ruled against his efforts to rename the center and close it for renovations.

President Trump’s name was removed from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts following a court order, with a tarp and scaffolding now covering the building’s facade during maintenance. The removal followed legal challenges and Trump’s efforts to restructure the center, including appointing a new board and planning renovations, which were halted by a court ruling.

A weatherproof tarp covers the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. The tarp and scaffolding remain as crews perform maintenance, while legal disputes over Trump’s efforts to rename and control the center continue.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., has a weatherproof tarp covering its facade after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. A federal appeals court upheld a deadline for the removal, and the center cited maintenance work as the reason for the tarp. Rep. Joyce Beatty’s lawsuit challenged Trump’s efforts to rename the center and block its closure, which a judge later ordered to stop.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., has its facade covered by a tarp after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court order. The tarp remains in place during maintenance work on the building’s exterior, while legal challenges and renovations related to Trump’s efforts to rebrand the center continue.

A tarp covers the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., after President Donald Trump’s name was removed following a court ruling. The scaffolding and tarp remain in place during maintenance work, while legal challenges to Trump’s involvement with the center’s governance continue.

Workers removed President Donald Trump’s name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington after a federal judge ruled the renaming unlawful. The Kennedy Center’s executive director confirmed the removal of all physical signage containing Trump’s name, following a court order stating only Congress can rename the venue.

Workers began removing Donald Trump's name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 12, 2026, following a court ruling. The action involves constructing scaffolding below the center's sign.

Workers began removing President Donald Trump's name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 13, 2026, following a court order. The removal was delayed by thunderstorms but completed overnight, with protesters present at the site. The Kennedy Center had added Trump's name after he appointed himself chairman, leading to legal challenges.

Workers began removing President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center’s facade hours after a court-ordered deadline, following an extension due to thunderstorms. The Kennedy Center had faced a lawsuit from Rep. Joyce Beatty to remove Trump’s name, which was added after he replaced the institution’s leadership and named himself chairman.

President Donald Trump’s name remains on the Kennedy Center despite a court-ordered deadline to remove it by noon. Workers are preparing to remove the name due to thunderstorms delaying the process, while Rep. Joyce Beatty, an ex-officio board member who sued for removal, was present at the site. The Kennedy Center faces legal challenges over Trump’s influence and structural concerns during planned renovations.

A judge denied a last-minute request to keep President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center, allowing workers to begin removing it. The Kennedy Center's board appealed the ruling, arguing the removal should wait until the legal issues are resolved. The judge previously ruled Trump's name was illegally added to the center's exterior.

A federal judge ruled in favor of Representative Joyce Beatty, ordering the removal of President Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center and temporarily halting his plan to close it for renovations. The center has complied with removing Trump’s name but remains uncertain about halting the shutdown, with Beatty pushing for legislative measures to protect the institution.

Locals and tourists visited the Kennedy Center ahead of a June 12 deadline to remove President Donald Trump’s name from the building. Visitors expressed mixed reactions, with some supporting Trump’s name remaining and others celebrating its removal.

The Kennedy Center's general counsel ordered staff to remove President Donald Trump's name from the institution by June 12, 2026, following a court ruling that blocked the addition of Trump's name to the venue. A federal judge ruled that only Congress can rename the center, which was originally named for President John F. Kennedy.

The Kennedy Center is removing references to President Donald Trump after a federal judge ruled their inclusion was illegal. The center must comply with a court order to revert its name to 'The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts' by June 12, 2026. President Trump criticized the ruling, calling the judge an 'anti-Trump Hater' and vowing to pursue further actions.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts instructed staff to immediately remove President Donald Trump's name from branding. The directive came from the general counsel’s office.

The Kennedy Center's board, led by Trump allies, added his name to the institution, but a federal judge ruled the rebranding invalid, requiring all references to be removed. The center is complying with the court order, and its plans to shut down during renovations are temporarily halted.

President Donald Trump's self-promotion efforts, including renaming the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the U.S. Institute of Peace, were ruled legally problematic by a federal judge. The judge determined that congressional approval was required for such name changes, which Trump's appointees bypassed. Trump expressed frustration over the ruling, calling the judge's decision an attack on his vanity.

President Donald Trump criticized Judge Christopher Cooper for blocking his Kennedy Center renovation plan and accused Cooper’s wife of influencing the ruling. Trump announced a potential retreat from the project, allowing Congress to take control of the center, which he claimed was in poor condition. The judge’s decision also required removing Trump’s name from the venue.

A Trump-affiliated US celebration is experiencing a wave of cancellations. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is involved in the event.

Cultural and historic preservation groups are urging a federal judge to block President Trump's renovations at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, citing concerns over violations of preservation rules. Trump's administration and the center's board, which he restructured, argue the renovations are necessary and legally justified, while opponents highlight Trump's influence over the board and alterations to the building's name.

A federal judge is reviewing a legal challenge led by Rep. Joyce Beatty against plans to rename, close, and renovate the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The dispute involves former President Donald J. Trump's efforts to rebrand the cultural institution.