Joyce Beatty

In the ongoing legal battle concerning the Kennedy Center, lawyers have submitted new evidence aimed at keeping Donald Trump’s name off the building’s facade. This comes amid allegations that the venue may face demolition, as suggested by comments President Trump made earlier this week.

The case, led by Democratic U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty, highlights a contentious point: whether plans to close the venue for two years of renovations violate existing court orders. A circulating photo, claiming to show Trump looking at a 'Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED' poster, adds fuel to the debate.

U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper has ordered the administration to clarify its position, as questions loom over the $257 million renovation project backed by the center's board—a move that could breach a court order limiting the shutdown of the historic arts landmark.

(With inputs from agencies.)