Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Texas Republican Brandon Gill has gained prominence as a digital communicator in the House GOP, using committee sessions to challenge DEI policies and leftist ideologies. He chairs a task force investigating institutional abuses and has questioned officials from the Smithsonian and the American Bar Association, drawing both praise for exposing progressive policies and criticism for prioritizing viral moments over nuanced debate.

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History faced questions from House Republicans about exhibits and materials described as 'woke,' including a display linking Mickey Mouse to minstrelsy and a toolkit discussing 'objectivity' as a feature of White supremacy culture. Rep. Brandon Gill challenged the director on whether Mickey Mouse was racist and whether the toolkit's content implied she was a White supremacist.

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History faced questions from House Republicans regarding exhibits and materials described as 'woke,' including a display linking Mickey Mouse to racism and a toolkit discussing 'objectivity' as part of White supremacy culture. The exchange included inquiries about whether Mickey Mouse is racist and whether the museum's materials imply White supremacy.

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, Anthea M. Hartig, rejected criticism from a White House report that labeled the museum's leadership as radical activists. The report, part of an effort to reshape historical narratives by downplaying diversity and inclusion, was countered by Hartig, who emphasized the museum's commitment to adding diverse voices without erasing history.

The GOP is advancing legislation to restrict D.C.'s financial autonomy, while House Republicans target the Smithsonian for its historical narratives. Cyclists protest Trump's East Potomac Park golf course plans, and D.C. faces housing shortages despite stated goals. Citizens Bank cuts ties with ICE contractors.

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History rejected a White House report that labeled the museum's leadership as radical activists. The report criticized the museum for not presenting history in an inspiring manner and accused it of promoting divisive narratives. The director defended the museum's approach, emphasizing the inclusion of diverse voices without erasing history.

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.

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History showcases divided historical artifacts as part of a 250th anniversary exhibit. Competing groups, Freedom 250 and America 250, are organizing separate events, with President Trump planning a July Fourth rally on the National Mall while a separate concert is hosted in Los Angeles.