Politics

Streisand criticizes Trump and activists plan protest over Kennedy Center threats

A federal judge ordered notice before any structural changes as public backlash grows over potential demolition.

Updated Sep 18, 2026 · 23:20 UTC2 reports

The short version

Barbra Streisand criticized President Donald Trump following his remarks that the Kennedy Center could be demolished if his name is not added to it.[The Hollywood Reporter]
A federal judge in Washington ruled that the Kennedy Center must give 30 days' notice prior to making major physical changes or demolition.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Several hundred activists plan to gather at the Kennedy Center on Friday to protest Trump's oversight and threats to the venue.[ABC News]

Barbra Streisand publicly criticized President Donald Trump on her official website regarding his handling of the Kennedy Center.[The Hollywood Reporter]
President Trump stated that the Kennedy Center might be ripped down if his name is not added to the exterior.[The Hollywood Reporter]
A district judge ordered the Kennedy Center to provide at least 30 days' notice before making major renovation changes or initiating demolition.[ABC News · The Hollywood Reporter]
Several hundred activists are expected to protest at the Kennedy Center on Friday against threats to close or demolish the building.[ABC News]

Whether President Trump or the Kennedy Center administration will take formal steps toward structural changes or demolition following the 30-day notice requirement.[ABC News · The Hollywood Reporter]

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