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Can Trump Legally Demolish the Kennedy Center? Experts Say Not Easily.

The president has entertained the idea of tearing down the performing arts venue. Analysts say any plan would face multiple daunting challenges.

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Trump Lawyers Cite Executive Privilege to Deny Kennedy Center Records

The documents were sought by the Democratic lawmaker who is suing to block the closure of the performing arts venue.

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Trump Lawyers Cite Executive Privilege to Deny Kennedy Center Records

The documents were sought by the Democratic lawmaker who is suing to block the closure of the performing arts venue.

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Can Trump Demolish the Kennedy Center?

President Trump was photographed holding a rendering of the Kennedy Center being demolished. Our reporter Julia Jacobs explains how destroying the arts venue would face legal hurdles.

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Can Trump Legally Demolish the Kennedy Center? Experts Say Not Easily.

The president has entertained the idea of tearing down the performing arts venue. Analysts say any plan would face multiple daunting challenges.

Read original at NYT →

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The documents were sought by the Democratic lawmaker who is suing to block the closure of the performing arts venue.

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President Trump was photographed holding a rendering of the Kennedy Center being demolished. Our reporter Julia Jacobs explains how destroying the arts venue would face legal hurdles.

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The president has entertained the idea of tearing down the performing arts venue. Analysts say any plan would face multiple daunting challenges.

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