Protesters gather at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. to oppose Trump's plans for the venue

In Washington, D.C., hundreds of protesters formed a human chain around the Kennedy Center to oppose President Donald Trump's plans to demolish the venue and place his name on it. The demonstration, organized by Hands Off the Arts, included speeches and performances, emphasizing the center's importance to the arts community. A federal judge recently ruled that Trump's name could not be added to the center without congressional approval, escalating tensions surrounding its future.

Protesters gather at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. to oppose Trump's plans for the venue
Updated Sep 19, 2026 First reported Sep 18, 2026
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