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Trump Replaces U.S. Holocaust Museum Council with Pro-Israel Allies, Including Reality TV Star

In an unprecedented move, President Trump has dismissed Biden appointees midterm, raising concerns over the politicization of a historically nonpartisan institution.

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Overview

  • President Trump has appointed 13 new members to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, replacing all Biden appointees before their terms expired, a first in the council's history.
  • The new appointees include Siggy Flicker, a former reality TV star with ties to the January 6 Capitol riot through her stepson, who was pardoned by Trump on his first day in office.
  • The appointments reflect a strong pro-Israel stance, with many appointees being vocal supporters of Israeli policies and allies of Trump.
  • The Anti-Defamation League and other critics warn that the removal of Biden appointees risks undermining the museum's nonpartisan mission to educate against antisemitism.
  • Trump's overhaul of the council has sparked debate over the balance between presidential appointment powers and the integrity of cultural institutions.