Smithsonian rejects Trump ‘anti-American’ charge, noting nonpartisan history

The Smithsonian Institution has pushed back against President Donald Trump's accusation that it's "anti-American," emphasizing its commitment to presenting a nonpartisan view of American history. Trump's critique, outlined in a July 4 White House report, suggests the Smithsonian is biased, but experts argue that this reflects an attempt to impose a singular ideological perspective on a shared historical narrative. This clash highlights a broader debate about the role of national institutions in shaping public understanding of history, especially in politically charged environments.