New Kennedy Center Guy Cries ‘Irreparable Harm’ Will Ensue If Trump’s Name Is Removed The executive director of the Kennedy Center has filed a declaration asserting that removing Donald Trump’s name from the institution would cause “irreparable” harm. This statement is in response to a lawsuit filed by Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, who argues the name change was a ‘personal vanity project’ and requires congressional approval. The director claims removing Trump’s name would sever a vital fundraising connection, destabilizing the Center’s development efforts and artistic programming.

• The Kennedy Center has been renamed to include Donald Trump’s name, resulting in “The Donald J. Trump And The Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts.”
• The Center’s executive director, Matt Floca, claims removing Trump’s name would cause “irreparable” harm and destabilize the Center’s fundraising and programming.
• Congresswoman Joyce Beatty filed a lawsuit arguing the name change requires congressional approval and is a “personal vanity project.”
• Floca stated that Trump’s name was added to recognize his contributions as President and Chair of the Board of Trustees, and that he has committed to raising $150 million.
• Beatty contends the name change undermines the Center’s purpose as a memorial to President Kennedy and violates congressional sensitivity to its exterior signage.