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Smithsonian Removes Trump Plaque, Sparks Censorship Concerns

2/25/2026

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The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery removed a placard referencing U.S. President Donald Trump’s impeachments and the January 6 insurrection when it swapped out his portrait in January.
Historian James Millward visited the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery on February 25, 2026 and learned of the removal.
He expressed concern that the alteration resembles censorship practices he studies and could erode awareness of historical events.

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The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery removed a placard referencing U.S. President Donald Trump’s impeachments and the January 6 insurrection when it swapped out his portrait in January.
Historian James Millward visited the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery on February 25, 2026 and learned of the removal.
He expressed concern that the alteration resembles censorship practices he studies and could erode awareness of historical events.