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Whistleblowers accuse Kennedy Center of rushed renovations for Trump's World Cup events
politics1 day ago

Whistleblowers accuse Kennedy Center of rushed renovations for Trump's World Cup events

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse says whistleblowers allege the Kennedy Center rushed renovations and bent contracting rules to prepare for events including a Trump-hosted FIFA ceremony, citing rusting reflecting pool, a controversial $8m no-bid flooring contract, and a torn bathroom floor; Whitehouse has asked for documents by July 23; the Center denies bypassing rules and notes ongoing oversight, after previously securing $257 million for renovations.

via The Guardian|
#kennedy-center#no-bid-contracts#politics
Appeals Court Denies Stay in Kennedy Center Trump-Name Dispute
politics3 days ago

Appeals Court Denies Stay in Kennedy Center Trump-Name Dispute

A federal appeals court denied a request to pause a lower-court order requiring the Kennedy Center to remove Donald Trump’s name from its facade, saying the center did not substantiate claims that keeping the name would protect donors or harm funding; with the name already removed and a tarp covering the front, the case remains on appeal as the center weighs renovation options.

via Deadline|
#appeals-court#donors#funding
The Kennedy Center’s Slow Decline Under a Trump Takeover
politics3 days ago

The Kennedy Center’s Slow Decline Under a Trump Takeover

Rolling Stone details how the Kennedy Center, once a bipartisan cultural beacon, was abruptly reshaped by Donald Trump’s allies, leading to leadership shakeups, mass staff dismissals, cancellations, and a focus on rentals over programming. The regime’s policies—renaming the building, anti-union stances, and aggressive branding—coincided with financial strain and investigations, including a lawsuit over the ownership of the center’s endowments and end-of-year funding. Although Trump’s name was ordered removed from the building after court action, he remains its chairman, highlighting a broader fight over charter language to prevent presidential interference and repair the center’s damaged artistic legacy.

via Rolling Stone|
#arts-funding#board-of-trustees#kennedy-center
Bill Maher Nets Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize, Crowned 'Ultimate Contrarian'
entertainment12 days ago

Bill Maher Nets Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize, Crowned 'Ultimate Contrarian'

Bill Maher is celebrated as the 'ultimate contrarian' at the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize, a relaxed gala where colleagues praised his intellect and audience loyalty; the smaller crowd reflected ongoing Trump-related tensions surrounding the venue, and Netflix will televise a July special featuring performances by stars like Mellencamp.

via Variety|
#bill-maher#entertainment#kennedy-center
Trump’s shadow looms over Maher’s Mark Twain Prize night at the Kennedy Center
politics13 days ago

Trump’s shadow looms over Maher’s Mark Twain Prize night at the Kennedy Center

Bill Maher received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center, but the evening was overwhelmed by Donald Trump’s influence on the venue, including a legal battle over his name on the building and a tarp covering the facade. The ceremony featured Trump jokes from impersonators and fellow comics, while Maher used his speech to address political tribalism and his long career. The event will be aired on Netflix on July 21.

via The Independent|
#bill-maher#kennedy-center#mark-twain-prize
Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name Following Court Ruling
politics19 days ago

Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name Following Court Ruling

A federal judge ruled the Kennedy Center had no authority to rename itself, leading to the removal of Donald Trump’s name from the facade. New photos show the signage taken down and hidden behind scaffolding and a tarp, a setup that has sparked questions about concealing the change as Trump appeals the decision; the center says all references to Trump have been removed online and on the building.

via NBC News|
#court-order#kennedy-center#name-removal
New Kennedy Center signage shows Trump's name removed under tarp
politics19 days ago

New Kennedy Center signage shows Trump's name removed under tarp

CNN obtained new images showing the Kennedy Center signage with Donald Trump’s name removed, confirming a sworn court declaration and marking the first visual proof of removal while a tarp remains covering the exterior. The move follows a judge’s ruling that the building be named only for John F. Kennedy as a living memorial; inside, financial strains and staffing cuts complicate renovations and a restart of programming as the center seeks more time from the court while continuing operations.

via CNN|
#donald-trump#kennedy-center#politics
Court order blocks Kennedy Center’s planned closure, sparks reopen showdown
politics22 days ago

Court order blocks Kennedy Center’s planned closure, sparks reopen showdown

A federal judge's order prevented the Kennedy Center from initiating its planned two-year renovation shutdown and led to Trump's name removal; Rep. Joyce Beatty alleges the board is letting the venue languish as a 'lifeless husk,' while the center says it will present reopening options (full, partial, or phased programming) and hold a mid-July vote on how to proceed.

via Fox News|
#court-order#donald-trump#joyce-beatty
Beatty Slams Kennedy Center as 'Lifeless Husk' Over Trump-Name Renovation Standoff
politics22 days ago

Beatty Slams Kennedy Center as 'Lifeless Husk' Over Trump-Name Renovation Standoff

Kennedy Center officials outlined three renovation options (full closure, partial closure with limited programming, or phased closures maintaining some onsite activity) while the building remains open. Rep. Joyce Beatty’s legal team blasted the center for delaying programming and dragging out the Trump-name removal, calling the tarp and scaffolding a pretext and accusing management of turning the Center into a “lifeless husk.” Beatty’s lawyers argue fiduciary breaches, even as Floca’s filing indicates continued public access to parts of the building and JFK exhibit, with no firm programming plan announced.

via Deadline|
#joyce-beatty#kennedy-center#politics
Kennedy Center weighs phased reopening after court blocks full two-year closure
arts-and-culture22 days ago

Kennedy Center weighs phased reopening after court blocks full two-year closure

A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center’s plan for a full two-year closure for renovations, and the venue says it will operate in a limited mode after July 5 with public spaces open but stages largely silent; the center will present renovation options to the board for a mid-July vote, including partial closures and continued access, while critics argue the campus could effectively shutter if programming isn’t restored.

via CNBC|
#arts-and-culture#court-ruling#kennedy-center