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Kennedy Center official says "nothing is being demolished" as Trump says it could be "ripped down"

A spokesperson for the Kennedy Center says "nothing is being demolished" after President Trump said it could be "ripped down" unless the building bore his name. CBS News digital politics reporter Kathryn Watson has the details.

A federal judge issued an order on Sept 17 requiring US President Donald Trump's administration to provide a minimum of 30 days notice before any actions to demolish the Kennedy Centre. This decision came after Trump suggested the landmark venue could be torn down if his plans for the site were not followed. The order was issued by US District Judge Christopher Cooper, following new evidence submitted by lawyers representing Democratic Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, who is suing to keep the venue open.

Beatty argues that the closure of the venue is a setup for indefinite shutdown and eventual demolition.

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