American history
Coverage of American history in the Nexus archive.
- IN CHARTS: A visual breakdown of the Smithsonian's billion-dollar taxpayer-funded budget
The Smithsonian Institution receives over $1 billion annually in taxpayer funding but faces mounting scrutiny regarding its focus on DEI priorities and ideological portrayals of American history. President Donald Trump's administration has targeted the budget, proposing reductions following White House reports that accuse the institution of advancing left-wing agendas. Criticism cited includes America 250 exhibiting an ideologically imbalanced account of history.
- Trump targets Biden-era billion-dollar Smithsonian budgets amid anti-'woke' push
President Donald Trump's administration is proposing reduced funding for the Smithsonian, targeting its Biden-era budgets that increased from $1.11 billion to $1.24 billion. The Trump administration aims to eliminate 'woke' ideology from the institution, conducting reviews and a 162-page report to reshape its exhibits, programming, and leadership. The 2026 and 2027 budget requests would be the first below $1 billion since 2020.
- University of Texas Tower Shooting: 60 years later
The University of Texas Tower shooting, one of the worst campus shootings in American history, occurred 60 years ago on Aug. 1, 1966.
- Trump orders signs outside Smithsonian museum amid row over its depiction of American history
Trump ordered signs outside the Smithsonian museum amid a dispute over its depiction of American history. He directed the creation of a temporary exhibit to correct what the administration considers inaccurate historical information.
- Ohio State Fair will feature ‘Freedom Trucks’ passing off right-wing propaganda as American history
The Ohio State Fair will host 'Freedom Trucks' promoting a right-wing narrative of American history, created by PragerU and Hillsdale College. Critics argue the mobile exhibits omit topics like slavery and present a Christian conservative view of U.S. origins, which historians dispute as inaccurate.
- Inside Trump’s Ideological Fight With the Smithsonian
President Trump and his allies have criticized the Smithsonian's presentation of American history and culture, calling it 'improper ideology.' The dispute centers on the portrayal of U.S. history and cultural narratives.
- US marks its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
The US celebrated its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers, and extreme weather. President Donald Trump's speech included his political agenda and honored war veterans and American history.
- 6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
The article highlights six presidential speeches that have had a lasting impact on American history, with their influence still evident today.
- Can you pass this quiz on American history and government?
The article introduces a quiz to test knowledge on American history and government as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday. It encourages readers to assess their civics understanding and compare their scores with others.
- Cardsmiths' New America250 Trading Cards Have Real Bitcoin, Dogecoin Up for Grabs
Cardsmiths has released a new Currency trading card series focused on American history, with some packs containing codes for real Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin.