Democrats Defend Smithsonian's Independence from Trump Order
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House Democrats are urging the White House to protect the Smithsonian Institution's independence following President Trump's March executive order. The order aims to remove "anti-American" content from federal agencies and museums, including the Smithsonian. Democrats worry this will compromise the institution's 175-year tradition of curatorial independence and its handling of its extensive collection, including 30,700 human remains revealed in a recent Washington Post investigation. The letter, addressed to Vice President Vance, a Smithsonian Regent, expresses concern over potential political interference and the impact on historical accuracy.
House Democrats are urging the White House to protect the Smithsonian Institution's independence following President Trump's March executive order. The order aims to remove "anti-American" content from federal agencies and museums, including the Smithsonian. Democrats worry this will compromise the institution's 175-year tradition of curatorial independence and its handling of its extensive collection, including 30,700 human remains revealed in a recent Washington Post investigation. The letter, addressed to Vice President Vance, a Smithsonian Regent, expresses concern over potential political interference and the impact on historical accuracy.
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