Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, Anthea M. Hartig, rejected a White House report that labeled the museum's leadership as radical activists. The report criticized the museum for not presenting history in a 'unifying' manner, aligning with efforts to downplay topics like slavery and marginalized communities. Hartig emphasized the museum's neutrality and its goal to include diverse voices without erasing historical narratives.