Trump's Kennedy Center closure is 'unlawful,' Rep. Beatty tells judge in emergency hearing request
Beatty asked a federal judge to intervene, arguing that the Kennedy Center’s closure violates an earlier court order.
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Published Sep 16, 2026
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Rep. Joyce Beatty asked a federal judge for an emergency hearing, arguing that the Kennedy Center’s closure by President Donald Trump and its board violates an earlier court order. The judge ordered Trump and the board to respond.
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Representative seeking an emergency hearing and challenging the Kennedy Center’s closure and renaming actions
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President who announced the center’s immediate closure and supported renovations and the addition of his name
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