White House says Smithsonian must submit thousands of documents today : NPR
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Key Points:
- The White House has mandated the Smithsonian Institution to submit materials on current and upcoming exhibitions for review to ensure they do not express "improper ideology," with a deadline set for Tuesday.
- This directive is tied to an executive order from President Trump requiring the removal of "improper ideology" from Smithsonian offerings, and federal funding for the institution's $1 billion budget depends on compliance.
- The review targets eight Smithsonian museums, including the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of African American History and Culture, amid preparations for the nation's 250th birthday celebration.
- The Smithsonian has faced delays in providing documentation, citing government shutdowns and staffing transitions, and has declined to comment on the White House's demands.
- The Smithsonian operates independently under
