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- 1Smithsonian becomes new front in Trump's culture war●How the Smithsonian became the latest front in Trump's culture war
The Smithsonian Institution, including the National Museum of American History, has become the latest target in the Trump administration's push to reshape how American history and culture are presented in public institutions. A ProPublica report examines how pressure from the administration is affecting the museum's exhibitions and its framing of politically sensitive topics.
- 2Museums Group Backs Bill to Shield Smithsonian Independence●American Alliance of Museums: AAM Supports Congressional Action to Protect the Smithsonian’s Independence. “The American
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.