Judge blocks plan to return Trump's name to the Kennedy Center

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The judge ruled that the arts center's board may not put Trump's name back up on the building, saying such a change needs Congressional approval.

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  • Reported by NPR Top and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:49:07 UTC.

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  4. Judge blocks plan to return Trump's name to the Kennedy Center

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