Trump Administration Targets Smithsonian in Campaign Against 'Woke' History
A 16-month White House review leads to executive orders demanding reforms at the Smithsonian Institution over concerns about patriotic representation.
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A 16-month White House review leads to executive orders demanding reforms at the Smithsonian Institution over concerns about patriotic representation.
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History Director Anthea Hartig faced Capitol Hill scrutiny over an exhibit implying Benjamin Franklin experimented with electroshock on enslaved people but expressed no regrets.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 7:35 PM
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A White House report alleges the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History has shifted from straightforward education to political activism under current leadership.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 1:54 PM
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A White House report accuses Smithsonian museum leaders of promoting political activism over historical education, while the Smithsonian emphasizes the complexity of American history.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:53 AM
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Following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Senate Republicans acknowledge no single lawmaker can replace his unique influence on U.S. foreign policy, prompting a collective effort to guide the White House.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 9:50 PM
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A new book chronicles nearly eight decades of the pro-Israel lobby's impact on US foreign policy, highlighting key moments from Truman to Ford.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 1:53 PM
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President Trump convenes his Cabinet at the Maryland presidential retreat to discuss ongoing international conflicts and domestic issues.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 1:29 PM
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The White House is exploring reopening closed refineries, including one in the Virgin Islands, to address high gasoline prices linked to the Iran conflict.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 9:34 PM
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Republican Max Miller faces mounting pressure over accusations from his ex-wife and former girlfriend as he campaigns for re-election in Ohio’s seventh district.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 7:39 PM
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits Washington to discuss escalating security threats and honor late Ukraine defender Lindsey Graham.
Reason | Jul 28, 2026, 2:34 PMworld
US President Donald Trump will address the nation in a prime-time speech focusing on escalating foreign conflicts and domestic political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 AMpolitics
The Trump administration announced new tariffs on Brazilian imports under Section 301, raising questions about the rationale given the U.S. trade surplus with Brazil.
Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 11:17 PM
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Despite growth in renewables, fossil fuels supplied 86% of global energy in 2025, with U.S. oil production reaching a historic 21.1 million barrels per day amid geopolitical tensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 12, 2026, 11:05 AM
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Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican senator known for his hawkish foreign policy and close ties to Donald Trump, died at 71, prompting tributes from global leaders and a scramble to fill his Senate seat.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 10:43 AM
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Katherine Scarlett, who led the rollback of federal environmental standards at the White House Council on Environmental Quality, has left her post and is reportedly moving to the private sector.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 9:50 PM
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President Donald Trump attends a NATO summit in Ankara amid ongoing global conflicts and calls for increased European defense contributions.
Daily Caller | Jul 7, 2026, 8:43 PM
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Russia launched a large-scale assault on Kyiv, killing 11 and injuring around 60, just before Ukrainian President Zelensky's trip to the NATO summit in Turkey.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 7:09 PM
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The White House quietly repealed tariffs on Moroccan fertilizer imports to ease costs for U.S. farmers amid supply concerns and rising food prices linked to the Iran War.
Reason | Jun 30, 2026, 9:57 PM
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth struggles to secure Senate support for tens of billions in funding amid concerns over war costs and leadership.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 10:12 AM
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The Trump administration attributes the decline in Affordable Care Act enrollment to fraud control, while experts point to rising premiums and reduced subsidies as key factors.
CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 9:47 AM
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The Senate Appropriations Committee agreed on a funding bill to keep the government running through December, blocking a controversial Office of Management and Budget rule.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 3:23 AM
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Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno calls for Rep. Max Miller to seek professional help and step down following domestic abuse claims by Miller’s ex-wife, while Miller denies the allegations.
NBC Politics | Aug 2, 2026, 10:58 PM
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A short-term spending bill aims to keep federal agencies funded past the midterm elections and into early December, avoiding a shutdown amid political campaigns.
Washington Times News | Aug 2, 2026, 10:13 PM
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The Smithsonian faces its smallest federal funding request since 2020 as the White House pushes reforms targeting ideological narratives in museum exhibits and programming.
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