# Kennedy Center Name Battle Intensifies

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-06-13T07:55:06+00:00
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## Resource

The Kennedy Center’s Trump name removal is now set for early Saturday morning—delayed only by bad weather—after a federal judge ruled only Congress can change the venue’s name, a memorial to JFK. The Trump administration appealed, asking for a pause to avoid undoing changes later, but the appeals court denied it. The legal battle, sparked by Rep. Joyce Beatty, underscores that the law is clear: only Congress can alter the Center’s name. Despite the court’s order, the physical removal is finally moving forward, reversing a controversial December board decision that added Trump’s name to the historic tribute. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e517cb3b6f6f19e5

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