Key facts
- A D.C. Superior Court judge dismissed a lawsuit against musician Chuck Redd.
- The lawsuit was filed after Redd canceled a Christmas Eve performance at the Kennedy Center.
- Redd canceled the performance in protest of President Donald Trump's influence over the venue.
- The musician stated he was pleased with the judge's ruling.
A D.C. Superior Court judge has dismissed a breach of contract lawsuit that was filed against musician Chuck Redd. The suit stemmed from Redd's decision to cancel a Christmas Eve performance at the Kennedy Center. Redd cited President Donald Trump's influence over the venue as his reason for canceling the show. The judge's dismissal means the lawsuit against Redd will not proceed. Redd stated he was 'very pleased with the judge's ruling.' A federal judge also sided with jazz performer Chuck Redd, who canceled a 2025 holiday concert after President Trump's name was added to the building.