Rep. Joyce Beatty Sues Kennedy Center Management
Legal battle over Trump's name removal and venue operations.
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Representative Joyce Beatty is suing the Kennedy Center management and board over the removal of Donald Trump's name and the lack of scheduled programming during renovations. The conflict follows a court order by Judge Christopher Cooper requiring the name's removal to comply with the Kennedy Center Act. Beatty's attorneys have challenged the use of large tarps covering the facade, while Executive Director Matt Floca has proposed various closure options to the board.
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