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The judge wrote in his 94-page ruling that it was "crystal clear" that the arts complex was named for the late president John F. Kennedy. He also ruled that the center could not wind down its programming and close for two years of renovations - at least for now
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The performing arts centre must also remain open despite Trump announcing a two-year closure for extensive renovations.
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The judge ruled the Kennedy Center can't be officially named for anyone else unless Congress approves it.
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A U.S. federal judge ruled Friday that U.S. President Donald Trump's name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing the cultural and arts venue for major renovations — the latest legal setback for Trump's efforts to leave his personal mark on the landscape of the nation's capital.
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