Lonnie Bunch
Coverage of Lonnie Bunch in the Nexus archive.
- Smithsonian chief disputes scathing WH report, accusing museum of 'radical' activism
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch disputed a White House report that accused the American history museum of promoting a 'radical view' of American history. The report was described as 'scathing' by the museum.
- White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can’t be trusted
A White House report criticizes the Smithsonian Institution's leadership, particularly the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted to present American history objectively. The report, released by the Domestic Policy Council, is part of President Donald Trump's efforts to reform cultural institutions he views as promoting 'divisive narratives.' The Smithsonian did not immediately respond to the allegations.
- White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trusted
A White House report criticizes the Smithsonian Institution's leadership, especially the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted to tell America's story objectively. The report, from the Domestic Policy Council, suggests President Donald Trump may replace the leadership to address what it calls extreme political activism.