Judge says Trump can't demolish Kennedy Center. And, lawsuits target voter intimidation

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Kennedy Center Demolition Threat, Trump's Troubles, Poland Warns Of Russian Attacks Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top stories A federal judge ruled yesterday that President Trump cannot demolish the Kennedy Center without providing a 30-day notice. The decision comes after the center's board of directors voted to close the art center, citing its poor condition and finances. On Wednesday, Trump said the complex could be "ripped down" if his name isn't displayed on its main building. The president has also said the Kennedy Center has lost millions of dollars, but didn't offer evidence of this claim. President Donald Trump is seen aboard Air Force One looking at a large Kennedy Center printout after landing in Maryland on Wednesday. Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images ๐ŸŽง There has been confusion surrounding the building's closure, NPR's Anastasia Tsioulcas tells Up First. On Wednesday, Matt Floca, the center's executive director, called the closure "tempor...

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