Kennedy Niece Denounces Demolition Threats to Center
Kerry Kennedy calls potential destruction of performing arts venue a 'tragedy' as protesters gather.
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to provide 30 days' notice before any demolition can occur at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, following President Donald Trump's public suggestions that the venue could be "ripped down." Kerry Kennedy, niece of the late president, described the possibility of the center's demolition as a "tragedy."
The order from the U.S. federal judge came after President Trump was seen on board Air Force One reviewing a poster that appeared to advocate for the demolition of the performing arts venue. In response to these perceived threats, protesters convened at the Kennedy Center on Friday to voice their opposition to any demolition plans.
The Kennedy Center, located in Washington D.C., is a significant cultural institution and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Its potential demolition has sparked considerable public outcry and legal challenges.