Smithsonian Under Fire for Historical Bias Claims | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 25, 2026 · 2m

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is under fire from Congress after a Trump-era report accused it of promoting divisive, anti-American narratives — sparking a heated debate over historical interpretation, federal funding, and the museum’s independence. Despite the White House pushing for exhibits to eliminate “improper ideology,” the museum’s director defended its mission, stressing factual, inspiring storytelling. Meanwhile, signs outside the museum now point visitors to the controversial White House report — a move critics say undermines the institution’s autonomy. With…