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GOP senator blocks move to prevent Trump from tearing down buildings honoring presidents

The Hill·September 29, 2026·1 min read
GOP senator blocks move to prevent Trump from tearing down buildings honoring presidents

Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) blocked an attempt by Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) to prohibit President Trump from demolishing the Kennedy Center. Merkley's bill, supported by Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski, failed under unanimous consent, which would have bypassed a floor vote absent objection.

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