Judge says Trump can't demolish Kennedy Center. And, lawsuits target voter intimidation

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A federal judge ruled yesterday that President Trump cannot tear down the Kennedy Center without a 30-day notice.

And, recent lawsuits seek to keep armed federal officers away from polling sites.

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  • A federal judge ruled yesterday that President Trump cannot tear down the Kennedy Center without a 30-day notice.
  • Reported by NPR and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:09:24 UTC.

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