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    The Smithsonian Institution has emerged as a new target in President Trump's push against museums and cultural institutions, particularly over how American history, including slavery and race, is presented. ProPublica reports on the pressure facing the National Museum of American History, with critics arguing the administration is trying to shape historical narratives to fit a political agenda.

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    Museums Group Backs Bill to Shield Smithsonian Independence●American Alliance of Museums: AAM Supports Congressional Action to Protect the Smithsonian’s Independence. “The AmericanMmastodonWorldPolitics31 d ago

    The American Alliance of Museums has endorsed the Smithsonian Integrity and Historical Independence Act of 2026, legislation introduced in Congress by Representatives Stanbury (D-NM) and Jackson. The bill aims to protect the Smithsonian Institution's independence from political interference, and the AAM says congressional action is needed to safeguard the museum and research complex's autonomy.