Trump Reignites Kennedy Center Fight

Summary

A federal judge ruled that the Kennedy Center must give 30 days' notice before any planned renovations or demolitions, and denied President Trump's request to add his name to the building. The dispute escalated after photos appeared to show Trump reviewing a card reading 'Kennedy Center demolished on Wednesday,' and after the administration publicized images of ceiling damage. The board voted to close the venue for two years for renovations, with a status report due September 23.

• Judge Christopher Cooper ordered 30 days' notice before any Kennedy Center renovation or demolition.
• Judge Cooper denied Trump's request to add his name, saying congressional approval is required.
• Photos appeared to show Trump viewing a card reading 'Kennedy Center demolished on Wednesday.'
• Trump warned the center could be torn down if it is not renamed after him.
• Administration images showed a ceiling hole and collapse after a storm; Trump called the venue a dump.
• Barricades were erected and the executive director announced a temporary closure for structural deterioration.
• The Kennedy Center board voted to shutter the venue for two years during renovations.
• A detailed status report on the closure and renovations is due September 23.