AFP photo shows Trump examining image of apparent Kennedy Center razing

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An AFP photo of Donald Trump examining a depiction of Washington's Kennedy Center apparently being demolished sparked widespread attention Thursday after the president threatened to tear down the revered arts venue because he has been blocked from re…

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:27:28 UTC.

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  1. Trump threatens EU over 'hostile' Canada association plan

  2. AFP photo shows Trump examining image of apparent Kennedy Center razing

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  5. Trump administration approves sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

  6. US judge orders 30-day notice prior to any Kennedy Center physical changes

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