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What to know about the Kennedy Center closing under Trump

Washington Post Politics Thursday 17 September 2026, 20:51 UTC By Amber Phillips 1 min read
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Did President Donald Trump close the Kennedy Center — and is he considering demolishing it — because he can’t put his name on the iconic arts venue named after one of America’s most famous presidents? Democracy Dies in Darkness 5-Minute Fix What to know about the Kennedy Center closing under Trump His allies have warned that it could be permanent if his name is not added to the iconic arts venue.

Did President Donald Trump close the Kennedy Center — and is he considering demolishing it — because he can’t put his name on the iconic arts venue named after one of America’s most famous presidents? Democracy Dies in Darkness 5-Minute Fix What to know about the Kennedy Center closing under Trump His allies have warned that it could be permanent if his name is not added to the iconic arts venue.
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