Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Trump's White House Issues List of
Donald Trump and the White House are criticizing the Smithsonian museums, saying their exhibits are too "woke" and present a biased view of American history.
The White House has released a list of examples they disagree with, including discussions about white culture, LGBTQ+ topics, and Latino communities.
They believe the Smithsonian is distorting history.
The Smithsonian's board is now considering changes to make sure museum exhibits are fair and balanced.
White House released a list of allegedly problematic content at the Smithsonian Institution.
The list was issued after Donald Trump criticized the Smithsonian for being too "woke."
Examples include a 2020 infographic on "whiteness" and programming for the National Museum of the American Latino.
Also listed was an LGBTQ+ History exhibit and a portrait of Anthony Fauci.
The Smithsonian's board signaled potential changes to ensure unbiased content.
- Who
- Donald Trump and the White House.
- What
- The White House released a list of content at the Smithsonian Institution that it deems objectionable.
- When
- The list was released after Donald Trump criticized the Smithsonian.
- Where
- The list concerns content at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.
- Why
- Trump and the White House believe the Smithsonian presents a biased view of American history and values.
Smithsonian's Perspective
White House Perspective
Content Bias
Smithsonian's Perspective
The Smithsonian's board has directed the secretary to make needed changes to ensure unbiased content.
White House Perspective
Trump and the White House believe the Smithsonian presents a biased view of American history and values.
- Criticism Source
- Donald Trump & White House
- Institution Targeted
- Smithsonian Institution
- White House's Claim
- Distorted history, erodes public trust
- Examples Cited
- Infographic on "whiteness," LGBTQ+ content, Latino programming, Fauci portrait
- Board's Response
- Considering changes for unbiased content