Trump's Executive Order Seeks to Purge 'Divisive' Ideology from Smithsonian Institutions

In his latest executive order, President Donald Trump has taken aim at the Smithsonian Institution, instructing the vice president to remove what he calls "improper, divisive, or anti-American ideology" from the organization's museums and centers. This action is part of Trump's broader agenda to redefine American culture and historical narratives. Titled "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History," the order specifically addresses concerns about upcoming exhibitions, claiming certain museums promote ideological perspectives that divide citizens by race.

The order highlights potential issues with the American Women's History Museum and the National Museum of African American History and Culture, asserting that these institutions misinterpret cultural values. In addition, the executive order mandates the restoration of federal properties that were altered in the past five years, pushing back against the movement to reconsider historical representations. As the nation approaches a significant milestone—the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—Trump's administration is focused on reshaping the narrative of American history and culture, prioritizing a vision free from what he calls 'woke' ideologies.