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District Links: GOP senator stalls bill to prohibit Kennedy Center demolition; questions arise over council’s options regarding Trayon White; and more

By Chris Kain On Sep 29, 2026 Last updated Sep 29, 2026

A bipartisan bill to prohibit the demolition of the Kennedy Center without congressional authorization has stalled at least for now, with Republican Sen. Mike Lee of Utah yesterday blocking its passage via streamlined “unanimous consent” procedures.

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