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Judge questions Kennedy Center's rush to honor Trump
In Washington, D.C., U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper questioned the Kennedy Center's plans to add President Donald Trump's name to the building's facade by September 8. This plan follows a vote by the Trump-aligned board, despite Cooper's earlier ruling that the name was added illegally. The Justice Department argued that without Trump's recognition, the center may struggle to raise funds for renovations, risking its future.

Updated Aug 28, 2026 First published Aug 27, 2026