Overview

• Trump said he instructed prosecutors to review museum policies across the country, describing the effort as the same process used with universities.
• On Truth Social he labeled the Smithsonian “out of control” and said Washington museums present a “horrible” image of the country, especially on slavery.
• A White House letter last week informed the Smithsonian of an in‑depth review to ensure “alignment” with the president’s history vision based on “truth and reason.”
• In March the president signed a decree aimed at regaining control over Smithsonian exhibit content, with the Kennedy Center also cited in the government’s measures.
• Institutions named for scrutiny include the National Museum of American History, Natural History, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Museum of the American Indian, Air and Space, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the National Portrait Gallery and the Hirshhorn.