Kennedy Center board votes to shut down facility immediately
The Kennedy Center board voted on Tuesday to close the arts institution immediately following a federal judge's injunction blocking a name change.
Board decision follows legal order
The board voted to shut down the center right away. This action comes after a judge issued an order earlier that day preventing the addition of Donald Trump's name. Media reports and a post from President Trump confirm the timing of this vote.
Rep Beatty criticizes the move
Representative Joyce Beatty, who serves as an ex-officio board member, blasted the decision to close the facility. She stated that donors and artists fled after the unlawful attempt to rename the memorial. Beatty indicated she will bring the matter of the closure back to court.
Renovation plans cited by officials
Reports state the shutdown allows for renovations to the center. Beatty noted that major performing arts centers usually operate with phased renovations while maintaining some performances. She argued that the current administration only cares about the institution for vanity.
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