Kennedy Center to appeal ruling on dropping Trump name

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington plans to appeal a recent court decision that mandates the institution drop the name "Trump" from its title. Roma Daravi, the center's vice president, expressed confidence that the appeal court will uphold the board's intention to recognize the historical contributions of President Donald Trump to the national cultural venue. The center is carefully reviewing the ruling made by Judge Christopher Cooper.

Daravi stated that regardless of the legal outcome, the center's urgent need for significant restoration remains a reality. She highlighted that $257 million, secured by President Trump and approved by Congress, is available for these renovations. The center is committed to utilizing all legal avenues to ensure the "Tramp Kennedy Center" is refurbished as a national cultural monument for all Americans to enjoy.

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We are confident that the court will uphold the appeal and support the Board's desire to recognize President Trump's historical contribution to our nation's cultural center.

The legal dispute centers on the naming rights and the extent to which a former president's name should be associated with the performing arts center. The center's leadership views Trump's involvement in securing funding as a significant historical contribution worthy of permanent acknowledgment in the institution's name. The appeal signifies a determination to fight for this recognition, even as the practicalities of necessary renovations move forward.

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Regardless of the decision, the reality remains that the Center needs urgent and significant restoration. Even the prosecutors recognize that. With $257 million provided by President Trump and approved by Congress, resources are available to us, and we are committed to using all lawful means to ensure that the Trump Kennedy Center is restored as a national cultural monument for all Americans to enjoy.