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White House to review Smithsonian exhibits

White House orders review of Smithsonian museums and exhibits to ensure alignment with Trump directive

The White House is conducting a comprehensive internal review of exhibits and materials at the Smithsonian Institution in an effort to comply with President Donald Trump’s directive about what should and shouldn’t be displayed.

TIME on MSN · 1d

White House Reviewing Smithsonian Exhibitions to ‘Ensure Alignment’ With Trump’s Direction

In a letter addressed to Lonnie G. Bunch III, the Secretary of the Smithsonian, White House officials said they would lead a “comprehensive internal review” of Smithsonian museums and exhibitions, focusing on areas including public-facing content, the curatorial process, and exhibition planning, among others.

People on MSN · 1d

White House Demands Thorough Review of Smithsonian Museums so All Exhibits Match Trump's Interpretation of U.S. History

The Trump administration has ordered eight Smithsonian museums to make its exhibits more "unifying" before the nation celebrates its 250th birthday in Washington next year

W. Kamau Bell weighs in on Trump’s plan for Smithsonian

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The New Republic on MSN · 1h

“Maddening”: Smithsonian Employees Warn Trump’s Plan Will Cause Chaos

Employees have quietly conceded to the White House’s demands in an effort to save Smithsonian head Lonnie Bunch from losing his job. Staffers described Bunch as “loved” and “respected.” But kowtowing to Donald Trump has not yet proved to be a winning strategy for the Smithsonian.

CNN on MSN · 20h

‘This is how authoritarians operate’: W. Kamau Bell weighs in on Trump’s plan for the Smithsonian

Comedian W. Kamau Bell weighs in on President Donald Trump’s order to review the Smithsonian museums to better align with his agenda.

Yahoo · 1h

Tim Walz Just Said What We’re All Thinking About Trump’s Smithsonian Plan

ABC News reports that Donald Trump is conducting a review of the Smithsonian Museum to make sure it aligns with his views of American History. / ABC/x.com / ABC/status/1955412509029978177 Trump's Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said,

How Trump’s Smithsonian review stopped Weird Al in his tracks

The musician, known for his parody covers, says he's waiting "until the dust settles" before working with the Smithsonian museums.

3hon MSN

'Everyone Is So Scared': Inside The Smithsonian As Trump Attacks Art, History

A culture of fear has taken hold at the prestigious D.C. museums as White House officials “ensure alignment” with Trump’s preferred version of American history.

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