What Would Happen if the Smithsonian Lost Federal Funding?

What would happen if the Smithsonian lost federal funding?

The White House announced it will conduct an audit of Smithsonian museums to ensure exhibits are patriotic and highlight American achievement and progress. The auditors made clear they will look at nearly everything the Smithsonian publishes and presents, including its text and visual displays, current and upcoming exhibitions, social media posts and websites.  “This review is a constructive and collaborative effort — one rooted in respect for t…

Trump Announced a 'Review' of the Smithsonian, and Boy Oh Boy, Does the Internet Have Theories About What's Really Going On

In the normal course of things, when the Executive Branch of the United States government decides to review a part of the operations of an institution that falls under its jurisdiction, it's sort of p...

Tim Walz Just Said What We’re All Thinking About Trump’s Smithsonian Plan

"He must have read 1984 and got inspired."

How Trump’s Smithsonian review stopped Weird Al in his tracks

The Trump administration’s impending review of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. has put the brakes on a “Weird Al” Yankovic exhibition.

White House Announces Review of Smithsonian Institution Content – The Presidential Prayer Team

The review is intended to ensure that the “unity, progress, and enduring values that define the American story” are being shown before the nation’s 250th Anniversary celebration. On…

Weird Al Puts Smithsonian Exhibit on Hold During Museum Turmoil

Weird Al pauses his Smithsonian exhibit plans while the museum navigates major changes.