Kennedy Center board says it won’t try to immediately restore Trump’s name
Opponents argue the venue seems 'intent on defying' a court order to remove the president's name from the building.
A court filing connected to a lawsuit against the Kennedy Center reveals that the name of President Donald Trump could be added to the building twice. Last Thursday, the Kennedy Center's board voted to close the facility for two years during a $285 million renovation, with many board members appointed by Trump. The same board also voted to re-add Trump's name to the Kennedy Center building up to two additional times.
The closure plan was recommended by consultants, who argued it would be cheaper and safer than a four-year partial closure. The Kennedy Center Honors and Mark Twain Prize would be moved offsite during the closure, while the National Symphony Orchestra would perform at other venues. Rep. Joyce Beatty, who brought the lawsuit, argued the closure vote was based on a two-page PowerPoint provided two days before the meeting.
Trump's role as a major fundraiser and developer was cited as a reason for the center's financial health. After the $100 million fundraising goal for the Trump Kennedy Center Fund is reached, an additional line would be added to the building, crediting Trump's role in restoring and renovating it. Lawyers for Rep. Beatty are urging the court to block the two-year closure and any attempts to add Trump's name back to the Kennedy Center.
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