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President Slams Smithsonian Amid Conservative Threat to Integrity

8/22/2025

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The president labeled the Smithsonian as “out of control,” citing a right-wing threat to its integrity.
This threat is linked to a conservative agenda against history and science.
The Smithsonian has historically represented national unity, receiving bipartisan praise.
Previous challenges, such as a 1978 lawsuit over an evolution exhibit, have mostly been unsuccessful.
Conservatives aim to alter the museum's narrative to align with their view of “real America.”

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Story summary

The president labeled the Smithsonian as “out of control,” citing a right-wing threat to its integrity.
This threat is linked to a conservative agenda against history and science.
The Smithsonian has historically represented national unity, receiving bipartisan praise.
Previous challenges, such as a 1978 lawsuit over an evolution exhibit, have mostly been unsuccessful.
Conservatives aim to alter the museum's narrative to align with their view of “real America.”