Smithsonian affirms independence amid political disputes over leadership
TL;DR
The Smithsonian Institution reaffirmed its commitment to nonpartisan operations following President Trump’s attempt to remove the director of the National Portrait Gallery, citing concerns over political bias and support for diversity initiatives. The institution emphasized that personnel decisions are made by its secretary and overseen by the Board of Regents to maintain its nonpartisan stance amid broader efforts by Trump to influence American cultural and artistic institutions.
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