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Trump's name must come off the Kennedy Center by June 12
By Ed O'Keefe at CBS4 Miami
· June 4, 2026
· 3 min read
Lawyers for what is currently called the Trump Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts are instructing staff to immediately begin switching the name of the facility back to its original title.The instructions, laid out in a memo sent Thursday by the center's general counsel and obtained by CBS News,
Key takeaway Joyce Beatty of Ohio, a member of the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees, who filed a lawsuit challenging the institution's name change and plans to close for two years for extensive repairs beginning this summer.
Why this matters in The Miami
The renaming of the Kennedy Center has implications for Miami's own cultural institutions, which often look to national organizations for guidance on governance and management. As the Kennedy Center navigates the removal of President Trump's name and reconsideration of its renovation plans, Miami's own performing arts centers, such as the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, may take note of the importance of transparent decision-making and adherence to governing laws. Miami's vibrant arts scene, which includes neighborhoods like Wynwood and Little Havana, relies on well-managed institutions to thrive. The Kennedy Center's situation serves as a reminder to local arts organizations to prioritize prudent decision-making and community engagement, particularly when it comes to major renovations or naming changes that can impact their reputation and relationship with the public. As the Kennedy Center moves forward, Miami's arts community will likely be watching closely.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 4, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 3 min
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