Smithsonian Submits More Records in Face of Trump Deadline
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- The Smithsonian’s secretary, Lonnie G. Bunch III, informed staff that the institution submitted additional materials to the White House to demonstrate transparency and openness amid a records request.
- Bunch has previously indicated that the Smithsonian, traditionally seen as independent from the executive branch, cannot comply fully with the White House’s demand for all internal operational documents.
- Despite limitations, the Smithsonian is providing documents on a rolling basis, including digital photographs of labels and texts displayed in galleries.
- The institution plans to continue cooperating with the White House, Congress, and other government entities by sharing relevant information about its mission, exhibitions, and programs.
