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Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from adding Trump's name anywhereA federal judge has blocked the Kennedy Center from returning President Donald Trump’s name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts.

St. Paul Pioneer Press24d agoSources (3)Whole story →

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Utah senator blocks bill to stop Trump from demolishing Kennedy CenterSept. 29 (UPI) -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, blocked a bipartisan bill that would have kept presidents from demolishing any presidential memorials --

Breitbart News Network10d agoSources (2)Whole story →

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Judge says no to Trump’s name on Kennedy CenterA U.S. federal judge on Tuesday again blocked the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on its facade.

Roanoke Times24d agoSources (2)Whole story →

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Trump says Kennedy Center could be 'ripped down' if he doesn't get 'recognition'The comments come after a federal judge blocked the performing arts center's board from adding a tribute to Trump on the building or site.

KABC-TV22d agoSources (2)Whole story →

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Federal court is asked to block Kennedy Center from returning Trump's name to buildingRep. Joyce Beatty has asked a federal court to block the Kennedy Center from adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building. WASHINGTON

Breitbart News Network23d agoWhole story →

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Kennedy Center put off planned repairs despite known structural issues, former employees allegeKennedy Center officials were long aware of serious structural issues that they cited as new problems after the abrupt decision to close the performing arts venue this month, a group of former employees allege in a letter to Congress. The center’s executive director and chief operating officer, Matt Floca, did

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review13d agoWhole story →

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Democrat announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy CenterA Democratic senator on Saturday alleged that whistleblowers have detailed several problems stemming from rushed or improper reconstruction of the Kennedy Center, adding a new layer to the travails of the arts complex as President Donald Trump tried to seize control of it and its name. Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review3mo agoWhole story →

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Republican senator blocks bill protecting Kennedy Center from demolitionSenator Mike Lee objected to a Monday request for unanimous consent, thwarting an attempt by the bill's bipartisan sponsors to expedite it through the chamber.

Baltimore News10d agoWhole story →

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AI startup touts new possibilities for video creators, but concerns remainAs AI continues to reshape arts and entertainment, it's also creating a new type of producers and content providers. A Silicon Valley start-up founded by a YouTube co-founder could change video storytelling as dramatically as he changed video distribution. Special correspondent Mike Cerre reports for our arts & culture series, CANVAS.

PBS NewsHour23h agoWhole story →

Bay Area arts: 10 shows and concerts to catch this weekendHighlights include a star-studded R&B triple bill in Concord; a star pianist in Cupertino; and Livermore Valley Opera

The Mercury News1d agoWhole story →

If the Kennedy Center Is ‘Dangerous,’ Why Is the Symphony Rehearsing There?The National Symphony Orchestra is practicing inside a building that President Trump and his allies say could fall on their heads.

The New York Times2d agoWhole story →

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‘Absurdity’: Musicians Are Still Using The Kennedy Center Despite Trump's 'Danger' TalkThe Trump administration has threatened to demolish the iconic performing arts center unless the president’s name is added to the building.

HuffPost2d agoWhole story →

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The Kennedy Center belongs to the American peopleLast week, Sen. Mike Lee blocked a bipartisan bill to protect the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts from demolition.

Salt Lake City Deseret News3d agoWhole story →

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Arts group seeks $15 million boost in cultural grants from cityIn an open letter to Mayor Brandon Johnson, Arts Alliance lllinois says that even in a tough budget cycle, “The arts should be a key part of Chicago’s FY2027 economic strategy.”

Chicago Sun-Times9d agoWhole story →

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