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    Smithsonian becomes latest front in Trump's culture war●How the Smithsonian became the latest front in Trump's culture warYhnWar101 h ago

    The Smithsonian Institution, specifically the National Museum of American History, has become a new target in the Trump administration's push against museums and cultural institutions it accuses of promoting ideological narratives. ProPublica reports on how political pressure over exhibitions and framing has reached one of the country's most prominent museums, drawing debate over the role of politics in shaping how American history is presented to the public.

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    Museums Group Backs Bill to Shield Smithsonian Independence●American Alliance of Museums: AAM Supports Congressional Action to Protect the Smithsonian’s Independence. “The AmericanMmastodonWorldPolitics31 d ago

    The American Alliance of Museums has endorsed the Smithsonian Integrity and Historical Independence Act of 2026, legislation introduced in Congress by Representatives Stanbury (D-NM) and Jackson. The bill aims to protect the Smithsonian Institution's independence from political interference, and the AAM says congressional action is needed to safeguard the museum and research complex's autonomy.