Trump says Smithsonian museums only cover ‘how bad Slavery was’ in US
Summary
Former President Donald Trump has criticized the Smithsonian museums for focusing on negative aspects of American history, like slavery, and has ordered a review of the exhibits. Trump's administration wants to ensure the museums promote a sense of "Americanism." The Organization of American Historians and other groups have opposed this review, calling it historical censorship.Key Facts
- Donald Trump criticized Smithsonian museums for focusing on negative U.S. history.
- He ordered a review of their exhibits to ensure they promote "Americanism."
- Trump claims the museums emphasize how "horrible" the U.S. is, including its history of slavery.
- The Smithsonian is largely funded by Congress but makes independent decisions.
- The Organization of American Historians opposes the review, calling it censorship.
- The review is tied to the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
- Freedom of expression group PEN America criticized the review as an attempt to rewrite history.
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