Celebrate the Removal of Trump's Name at the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center once again bears the name it was created to honor — and that deserves celebration.

Following a federal court order, Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center’s signage, website, official materials, and communications, restoring the institution’s historic identity as the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

This outcome reaffirms an important principle: America’s public institutions belong to the people, not to any one politician. The court made clear that changes to a national landmark established by Congress must follow the law and respect the institution’s original purpose.

The Kennedy Center stands as a tribute to public service, artistic excellence, and our shared cultural heritage. Preserving that legacy helps ensure that national institutions remain focused on serving the public rather than advancing personal political interests.

This is a victory for accountability, the rule of law, and the preservation of one of America’s most important cultural landmarks.

Add your name to celebrate the restoration of the Kennedy Center’s historic identity and to support the principles of transparency, public stewardship, and respect for our shared institutions.