Judge blocks closure of Kennedy Center, says board can't add Trump's name
A federal judge has blocked the Kennedy Center from closing for renovations and ruled that the board unlawfully added President Trump's name to the institution. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper stated that only Congress has the authority to change the center's name. The judge also criticized the board for not adequately considering the implications of the closure on programming and memorial functions.
- ▪U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled against the Kennedy Center's plans to close for renovations.
- ▪The judge stated that the board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the center.
- ▪Cooper emphasized that only Congress can change the Kennedy Center's name, which is designated for President Kennedy.
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Politics Judge blocks closure of Kennedy Center and says board can't add Trump's name By Jacob Rosen, Jacob Rosen Justice Department Reporter Jake Rosen is a reporter covering the Department of Justice. He was previously a campaign digital reporter covering President Trump's 2024 campaign and also served as an associate producer for "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." Read Full Bio Jacob Rosen, Melissa Quinn Melissa Quinn Senior Reporter, Politics Melissa Quinn is a senior reporter for CBSNews.com, where she covers U.S. politics, with a focus on the Supreme Court and federal courts.
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