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Jacob Rosen

Justice Department Reporter

Jake Rosen is a reporter covering the Department of Justice. He was previously a campaign digital reporter covering President Trump's 2024 campaign and also served as an associate producer for "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."

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Updated on: May 30, 2026 / 11:26 AM EDT / CBS News

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Washington — A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center from temporarily closing its doors during proposed renovations, and ruled that the institution's board acted unlawfully when it added President Trump's name to the building and official title.

Mr. Trump reacted by appearing to cede control of the Kennedy Center, saying on Truth Social he now wants Congress to take responsibility for its operation "unless I am free to do what I do better than anyone else."

In a 94-page opinion on Friday, U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled in favor of Democratic Rep.…