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Smithsonian Defends Museum After White House Rebuke

Off The Press

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July 9, 2026

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Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III is pushing back after the White House accused the National Museum of American History of pushing extreme political activism in a report. In an email to staffers obtained by the Washington Post, Brunch said, “we will continue to review the report and its findings carefully,” and noted, “there will always []...Click to read more

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The Root

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· Jul 9, 2026

14 Things You Must See Inside The Smithsonian

Photos: 14 Fascinating Things Inside the Smithsonian: Despite Trump’s criticism, here's proof that the Smithsonian continues to preserve America’s history.

Liberty Nation

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· Jul 8, 2026

Smithsonian American History Museum Ideologically ‘Captured’

Nothing says “American History” like denigrating white Christian men.

Smithsonian Magazine

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· Jun 25, 2026

This Building Hosted Lincoln's Inaugural Ball and Displayed the Declaration of Independence. Today, It's Home to Two World-Class Art Museums

The Old Patent Office Building now houses the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the National Portrait Gallery. A new exhibition spotlights the structure's rich history of encouraging innovation

Washingtonian

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· Jun 23, 2026

5 Updated Attractions to Check Out Around the DC Area

Brand-New Smithsonian Big changes are underway across “the nation’s attic,” starting with the oldest of its museums. The Smithsonian “Castle” is in the middle of a years-long overhaul of its sagging ceiling, fading painted finishes, and aging cast-iron staircases, but renovations are stopping temporarily this summer to make room for an exhibit on the Declaration [] The post 5 Updated Attractions to Check Out Around the DC Area first appeared on Washingtonian.

The Independent

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump’s bid to reshape American history meets fierce Smithsonian resistance

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum

Investing.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum

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Related coverage for "Smithsonian Defends Museum After White House Rebuke": The Root — 14 Things You Must See Inside The Smithsonian. Liberty Nation — Smithsonian American History Museum Ideologically ‘Captured’ . Smithsonian Magazine — This Building Hosted Lincoln's Inaugural Ball and Displayed the Declaration of Independence. Today, It's Home to Two World-Class Art Museums. Washingtonian — 5 Updated Attractions to Check Out Around the DC Area. The Independent — Trump’s bid to reshape American history meets fierce Smithsonian resistance. Investing.com — Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum