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WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW: SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
1. Smithsonian Leader Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III Announces Retirement
Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III, the first African American to lead the Smithsonian Institution, announced he will retire at the end of the year. His departure follows escalating pressure from federal officials regarding museum exhibits focused on race, slavery, and American history. During his historic tenure, Bunch successfully spearheaded the creation of the National Museum of African American History and Culture before overseeing the entire Smithsonian complex.
2. Supreme Court Rejects Emergency Appeal Over Missouri Congressional…
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