One Week After Kennedy Center Removed Trump’s Name—Tarps Still Block Sign
Key takeaways
- The tarp, which was put up on June 12 as workers removed Trump’s name, still stands as of Friday morning, according to pictures captured by the Associated Press.
- Kennedy Center spokesperson Roma Daravi told the Washington Post the tarps are up to repair the marble facade, but did not say when they are expected to come down.
- Forbes has reached out to the Kennedy Center for comment on when the tarp will be removed.
Topline Huge tarps blocking the Kennedy Center sign, which now no longer includes President Donald Trump’s name following a court order, are still blocking the public’s view for a seventh straight day with no indication as to when they will come down.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seen, as its sign remains covered by a tarp, Friday, June 19, 2026, in Washington.AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein Key Facts Though the Kennedy Center says Trump’s name is no longer on the building, onlookers haven’t been able to see the proof as a huge tarp has covered the building for a week straight, leaving just a few letters from the center’s original name peeking out.
The tarp, which was put up on June 12 as workers removed Trump’s name, still stands as of Friday morning, according to pictures captured by the Associated Press.