White House Attacks Smithsonian's History Narrative | Washington DC News

Washington DC News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

A White House report blasts the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, calling its leadership “radical activists” who’ve turned historical education into political indoctrination — part of a broader push to reshape cultural institutions in line with conservative values. The administration claims the museum undermines national unity by promoting divisive narratives, threatening federal funding to force change. Meanwhile, Secretary Lonnie Bunch defends the museum’s mission to confront America’s complex past as essential to building a more perfect union — sparking a national debate…