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Episode Mentions
Letters from an American · Jun 16, 2026
Testing the Limits
“Board packed with Trump loyalists changed building name despite court order and Congressional language prohibiting memorials; currently covering portico with tarp”
Law and Chaos · Jun 16, 2026
Ep 237 — A Slush Fund By Any Other Name Would Still Reek
“Congressional institution renamed to include Trump's name; subject of major litigation over governance, fiduciary duty, and institutional control”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jun 15, 2026
Bill Kristol: Trump’s Weak, Sad, and Embarrassing Weekend
“Cultural institution where Trump's name was removed from building following legal challenge by Joyce Beatty”
Letters from an American · Jun 13, 2026
Unlawful Government Action
“Central subject of episode; board renamed institution after Trump despite congressional restrictions and court order”
Today, Explained · Jun 3, 2026
Trump enters his flop era
“Subject of Trump's attempted renaming and renovation blocked by federal court”
Pod Save America · May 24, 2026
50 Shades of Legal Gray
“Trump administration renamed center; Eisen litigating case to restore Kennedy name and reopen center”
Letters from an American · May 22, 2026
Blocking the Slush Fund
“Trump is building monuments including modifications to the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.”
The Daily · Apr 23, 2026
Ticketmaster’s Big Loss in Court
“Organization where Rick Grinnell served as Trump appointee before joining Live Nation's board”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 8, 2026
Sean Spicer on 'Trump 2.0' and the Brink of War in Iran
“Venue hosting Sean Spicer's book event on May 15th to discuss Trump 2.0”
NPR News Now · Apr 1, 2026
NPR News: 03-31-2026 8PM EDT
“Hosting Broadway touring shows with non-union performers, breaking tradition and sparking labor protests”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Mar 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
“Arts venue renamed Trump Kennedy Center; implementing controversial policies driving major tenant departures.”
Norah Jones Is Playing Along · Mar 10, 2026
Dave Grohl
“Venue where Dave Grohl performed for honors ceremonies and special events in Washington D.C.”
NPR News Now · Mar 7, 2026
NPR News: 03-06-2026 7PM EST
“Washington D.C. performing arts complex closing for two years under Trump administration renovations, losing NSO executive director”
Fresh Air · Mar 5, 2026
Delroy Lindo is claiming victory
“Venue where Lindo performed theatrical productions early in career”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Feb 7, 2026
This Week's News | DOJ Protects Trump From Epstein Accountability, and Trump Floats Canceling Midterms
“Subject of Trump's announced two-year shutdown and renovation plans after purging its board”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Feb 5, 2026
Trump Attacks CNN's Kaitlan Collins Over Epstein Q & Renovates D.C. in His Image | Ms. Pat
“Arts institution being shut down for two-year renovation under Trump administration, with board purged and building renamed”
The Rest Is Politics: US · Feb 3, 2026
154. Epstein Files: Is Trump Really Cleared?
“Rebranded as Trump Kennedy Center; experiencing boycott by performers and audience decline due to political controversy”
NPR News Now · Jan 27, 2026
NPR News: 01-27-2026 5PM EST
“Philip Glass canceled symphony premiere citing conflict with center's current values”
Strict Scrutiny · Jan 5, 2026
S7: Can America Pull Back From the Brink of Autocracy?
“Public institution illegally renamed by Trump administration without statutory authority, sparking litigation”