Kennedy Center board votes to close it, as judge again keeps Trump's name off

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The board's vote to shutter the historic arts center came amid concerns about financial, structural problems.

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

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