Summary
Former President Donald Trump criticized Smithsonian museums for focusing on negative parts of American history, such as slavery. He stated that he has instructed his lawyers to take legal actions similar to those taken against some universities. Trump's administration had previously ordered the Smithsonian to present a more positive view of U.S. history.
Key Facts
- Donald Trump posted on Truth Social criticizing Smithsonian museums for highlighting negative aspects of U.S. history.
- Trump specifically mentioned the negative portrayal of slavery.
- He indicated plans to take similar legal actions against the Smithsonian as were taken against certain universities.
- The Trump administration had previously issued an executive order for the Smithsonian to change its collections to show a more positive view of U.S. history.
- Some historians criticized the order, calling it an attempt to censor historical facts.
- The White House has previously withheld funds from universities like Harvard and Columbia over similar issues.
