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Psaki Slams Trump’s Push to Rewrite Smithsonian History

8/16/2025

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Jen Psaki criticized President Trump for trying to alter Smithsonian exhibits to align with his views on history.
She raised concerns about Trump's historical inaccuracies and plans for "content corrections" in museums.
Recent actions involved the removal and reinstatement of references to Trump's impeachments, prompting fears of historical sanitization.

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Jen Psaki criticized President Trump for trying to alter Smithsonian exhibits to align with his views on history.
She raised concerns about Trump's historical inaccuracies and plans for "content corrections" in museums.
Recent actions involved the removal and reinstatement of references to Trump's impeachments, prompting fears of historical sanitization.